Ilex crenata in a bowl

The plant is a slow-growing, perennial evergreen that forms a dense yet expansive shrub or a small tree, capable of reaching a maximum height of 4 meters. Its foliage consists of small, shiny, ovate to rounded leaves, measuring up to 2 centirmeters in length. When young, these leaves emerge with a pale green hue, gradually maturing into a rich dark green shade. During the spring season, the plant produces small, delicate white flowers. If the plant has been pollinated by a male Japanese holly, these flowers may eventually give way to petite, glossy black berries.

- 100-120cm tall 

- Full sun or partial shade 

- neutral to acidic soil 

- Sheltered or exposed 

- Hardiness H6

-  evergreen 

- White flowers in spring 

- Berries in Autumn