Japanese holly
Ilex crenata
Ilex
Aquifoliaceae
Trees & Shrubs
Zone 5–8
Japanese holly is excellent for hedging with small leaves.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
—
Mature Height
120″ – 240″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • 1 Inch Per Week
Soil pH
4.5 – 5.5
Temperature
-20° – 80°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Fine
Safety & Use
Toxic to dogs
Toxic to cats
Toxic to horses
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 28, 2014 by EOL − Evan Raskin (cc-by-nc)
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Available From (0)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.