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Ilex crenata 'Helleri' - Heller's Japanese Holly

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Ilex crenata 'Helleri' is a charming, compact evergreen shrub commonly known as Heller's Japanese Holly. This charismatic addition to your garden sets itself apart with its dense, rounded growth and visually pleasing aesthetic. Its tiny, glossy, dark green leaves glow in any season, creating an evergreen spectacle that offers year-round interest. Furthermore, this particular holly variant displays its versatility by thriving in various soil conditions – though it favors well-drained soils – and requiring just moderate water usage. Expose it to full sun or leave it in partial shade, it promises vigorous health and an attractive presence regardless. Heller's Japanese Holly sprouts small, unobtrusive white flowers in the late spring and progresses to produce blackberries in the fall, offering a delightful surprise for garden wildlife. Due to its slow growth rate and reaching a mature size of about 3-4 feet in both height and width, this compact plant is an exceptional choice for small gardens, borders, and container cultivation. Offering airy appeal and low maintenance needs, the Ilex crenata 'Helleri' is a robust and beautiful centerpiece for any garden setting.

  • Size: Up to 3-4 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Small, inconspicuous white flowers
  • Foliage: Tiny, glossy, dark green leaves
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Wildlife: Produces black berries that attract various birds
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