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.