Ilex crenata 'EUROTAL' Japanese holly, box-leaved holly
size/type
small shrub,small shrub
usual height
0,3-0,6m
usual width
0,5-1m
leaves
evergreen broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full to partial sun
soil type
acidic (peaty) to neutral
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
5b (down to -27°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
One of the best groundcovering evergreen shrubs is undoubtedly this holly which has both European origin and name. “Eurotal” is a low, dense shrub with dark green, glossy leaves similar to box. It is superb for evergreen groupings as well as a stand-alone specimen in small front gardens. Fruits are small, glossy black berries in autumn. It is usually trouble-free, it tolerates any soil and can withstand summer dry spells once established. For best results, however, use medium fertile, slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soil.WANT TO TRY A SIMILAR PLANT?
