{"product_id":"ilex-crenata-jenny-ball-6-litre-pot-32cm","title":"Ilex Crenata Jenny Ball 6 Litre Pot 32cm","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"192\"\u003eIlex crenata ‘Jenny’ Ball\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eNeat, glossy, and effortlessly elegant, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"266\"\u003eIlex crenata ‘Jenny’ Ball\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact evergreen topiary with a naturally rounded habit that makes it a superb choice for adding structure and polish to the garden. With its small, dark green leaves and tidy growth, ‘Jenny’ is often chosen as a reliable alternative to Buxus (box), offering the same refined look without the risk of box blight or caterpillar damage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eThe foliage is made up of tiny, rounded leaves held densely on fine stems, giving the plant a smooth, clipped appearance even before shaping. In ball form, it becomes a ready-made feature – whether placed in pairs by a front door, lined along a pathway, or used as punctuation points in formal borders. Its deep green colour holds beautifully all year round, bringing a sense of permanence and calm structure through every season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eOne of the key advantages of Ilex crenata ‘Jenny’ is its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003elow-maintenance nature\u003c\/strong\u003e. Slow-growing and naturally compact, it only needs a light trim once or twice a year to keep its ball shape. It is hardy and adaptable, thriving in both sun and part shade, and does equally well in containers or in the ground. With its resilience and tidy habit, it’s a plant that suits both contemporary and traditional designs, effortlessly bridging styles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eDesign-wise, ‘Jenny’ balls can be used individually as a simple statement or grouped in different sizes for greater impact. Their strong form also makes them excellent companions for looser planting – think airy grasses, frothy perennials, or seasonal bulbs, which contrast beautifully with their sculptural precision.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003ePosition: Full sun or partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003eSoil: Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soil (lime-free is best)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eAspect: Sheltered or open – hardy and tolerant of UK winters\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eCare: Water regularly in the first season; once established, low-maintenance with just one or two trims per year\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eKey features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003eEvergreen topiary ball with dense, glossy dark green foliage\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003eReliable, healthy alternative to box (Buxus)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003eNaturally compact and slow-growing – easy to maintain\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003ePerfect for entrances, patios, containers, or formal beds\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread: usually maintained around 40–60cm, depending on pruning\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56754949718342,"sku":"172791","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/b38705c6-6bec-4ff3-8985-dc8b462f588e.jpg?v=1781076901","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/ilex-crenata-jenny-ball-6-litre-pot-32cm","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}