Search
Close this search box.
Tiny green leaves of Low Rider Holly crenata at close-up
Tiny green leaves of Low Rider Holly crenata at close-up
Buy Now

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

sun requirements icon
Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA hardiness zones icon
USDA Zones 6a - 9b

mature dimensions

Dimensions Icon
3-4′ high x 3-4′ wide
This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 7b
Not Your USDA Zone? Click here to change.
Find Your Garden Center Button
Buy Plants Online Button
Find Your Growing Area Button
Find Plants For Your Garden Button

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

Related Plants

Loading...

Related Articles

Loading...
Three pots with different plants in them.

Where To Buy
Southern Living Plants

Find a Garden Center Near You

Update Your USDA Zone

Your zip code 28805 is located in Zone: 7b with a temperature range of: 5 to 10 °F.

Share To:
SMSLinkedInMessengerPinterestPrintTumblr