Ilex Crenata Caroline Ball 25 Litre Pot 50cm

Ilex crenata 'Ball' – A Compact, Rounded Holly for Small Gardens

Ilex crenata 'Ball' is a dense, evergreen holly variety with a perfectly rounded shape and small, dark green leaves. This low-maintenance shrub reaches around 60 cm in height and width in 10 years, making it perfect for small gardens, containers, or as part of a neat hedge. With its attractive form and rich foliage, it offers year-round structure and interest, thriving in full sun to partial shade.

Why Grow Ilex crenata 'Ball'?

• Compact, Rounded Shape – Ideal for tight spaces, containers, or borders.
• Evergreen Foliage – Dark green leaves provide year-round colour and structure.
• Low Maintenance – A hardy, easy-to-care-for plant that requires minimal attention.
• Perfect for Small Gardens & Hedges – Adds texture and interest to smaller spaces.

Height of Plant
Ilex crenata 'Ball' reaches about 60 cm in height and width in 10 years, making it a fantastic choice for small garden spaces, containers, or low hedges.

Where to Site Your Ilex crenata 'Ball'
This versatile holly thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It's perfect for:

• Low hedges and borders
• Small gardens and patio containers
• Rockeries and coastal gardens

How to Grow and Care for Your Ilex crenata 'Ball'

• Soil – Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil but can tolerate a range of soil types.
• Light – Thrives in full sun to partial shade, with best growth in sunny spots.
• Watering – Keep the soil moist, but not waterlogged. It’s relatively drought-tolerant once established.
• Maintenance:
  • Pruning – Pruning is rarely needed, but can be lightly trimmed to maintain shape if necessary.
  • Mulching – Apply mulch to help retain moisture and keep weeds at bay.
  • Pest & Disease Resistance – Generally pest and disease-resistant, making it easy to care for.
  • Cold Hardy – Withstands cold conditions and retains its attractive form year-round.

Perfect Plant Combinations
Ilex crenata 'Ball' pairs well with other evergreen shrubs, low-growing perennials, or ornamental grasses. It makes a great addition to rockeries, borders, or as a standalone feature in containers.

With its compact size, rounded shape, and easy care, Ilex crenata 'Ball' is a wonderful choice for adding structure, texture, and evergreen beauty to small garden spaces or decorative containers.