- Ilex crenata ‘Jenny’ is a compact, evergreen holly with glossy, small green leaves that provide year-round structure and colour
- Its dense, bushy habit makes it ideal for low hedging, edging, and formal borders in smaller gardens
- Slow-growing and easy to maintain, perfect for shaping into neat forms or topiary
- Highly tolerant of pruning, making it a reliable choice for structured planting schemes
- Evergreen foliage supports wildlife by providing shelter throughout the year
- Ideal for patio containers, mixed borders, cottage gardens, and contemporary garden designs
- Unlike tradtional boxwood (Buxus), Ilex crenata 'Jenny' is completely immune to box blight, making it a reliable solution for areas affected by this disease
What you need to know:
- 1 x Ilex crenata ‘Jenny’
- Height: Up to 80cm
- Spread: Up to 80cm
- Plant type: Evergreen shrub
- Soil type: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates a range of soils including clay
- Flower colour: Small greenish-white (insignificant)
- Sun level: Full sun to partial shade
- Position: Low hedging, borders, containers, and structured garden areas
- Flowering month: May, June
