Tiny green leaves of Low Rider Holly crenata bush at close-up
Tiny green leaves of Low Rider Holly crenata bush at close-up
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Low Rider™ Holly

Ilex crenata 'BLH01' PP29799

Low Rider sports very small deep green leaves with a very tight growth habit. This makes it great for topiaries, borders, containers and as a hedge.

Light Needs

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Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

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USDA Zones 6a - 9b

mature dimensions

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3-4′ high x 3-4′ wide
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More About Low Rider™ Holly

Bloom/Feature

Very small deep green leaves and tight growth habit make this holly ideal for containers and topiary

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to -10 to 0°F

Key Features

Compact Habit, Disease / Pest Resistance, Salt Tolerance, Tolerates Clay Soil, Year-Round Interest

Flowering Season

Spring

Uses

Border, Container, Hedge, Low Hedge, Retaining Walls, Rock Gardens

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in early spring

Pruning

Shape as needed

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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