Ilex Crenata Maxima Pompom 32 Litre Pot

Ilex crenata ‘Maxima Pom Pom’ – Elegant Evergreen Topiary Form

Ilex crenata ‘Maxima Pom Pom’ is a refined evergreen shrub trained into decorative pom-pom shapes along a clear stem. With small, glossy dark green leaves resembling box (Buxus), it provides strong architectural structure and year-round interest. Ideal for entrances, patios, formal gardens or contemporary designs, it offers a low-maintenance alternative to traditional box topiary.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:
Fresh new foliage emerges bright green, maintaining a dense and compact appearance.

Summer:
The neatly clipped pom-pom forms create bold structure and contrast in borders or containers.

Autumn & Winter:
Fully evergreen, it retains its rich green foliage, providing dependable structure throughout the colder months.

Structure & Form

• Trained standard with multiple clipped pom-pom heads

• Height: typically 80–150cm (including stem, depending on training)

• Spread: varies with pruning

• Small, box-like glossy leaves

• Dense, compact growth

Perfect for framing doorways or adding symmetry to formal planting schemes.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Entrance & Doorway Planting: Ideal in pairs for formal impact.

• Patio Containers: Excellent for pots and courtyard gardens.

• Formal Gardens: Provides clean, architectural lines.

• Box Alternative: A great substitute for Buxus in structured designs.

Growing Conditions & Care

Position:
Full sun to partial shade.

Soil:
Moist but well-drained soil. Avoid waterlogging.

Hardiness:
Hardy in the UK (approximately -10°C to -15°C).

Maintenance:
Trim lightly during the growing season to maintain shape. Water regularly in containers and feed in spring for best performance.

Why Choose Ilex crenata ‘Maxima Pom Pom’?

• Elegant evergreen topiary form

• Box-like foliage

• Year-round structure

• Ideal for containers and formal gardens

• Low maintenance and easy to shape

Ilex crenata ‘Maxima Pom Pom’ offers timeless structure and architectural style, making it a sophisticated addition to patios, entrances and formal garden designs.

Ilex Crenata Maxima Pompom 32 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.