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A close-up of a well-trimmed, dense evergreen Holly Mini Touch bush with small, bright green leaves.
A close-up of a well-trimmed, dense evergreen Holly Mini Touch bush with small, bright green leaves.

Mini Touch™ Holly

Ilex crenata ‘BLHO2’ PPAF

This adorable little holly has a dense, compact mounding growth habit and is easily maintained at a low level. Perfect for foundation plantings or containers, its tiny leaves add beautiful fine texture to the garden design.

Light Needs

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Full Sun

USDA Zones

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USDA Zones 6a - 9b

mature dimensions

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2′ high x 2′ wide
This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 7a
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More About Mini Touch™ Holly

Bloom/Feature

Easy to grow Ilex with dark green, dense, compact, mounding foliage. Great dwarf alternative for Boxwood

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy -10°F to 0°F

Key Features

Compact Habit, Disease / Pest Resistance, Dwarf, Easy Care

Flowering Season

None

Uses

Border, Container, Edging, Mass Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in early spring

Pruning

Shape as needed

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun

• Dig hole 3X the width of pot

• Backfill and plant 1″-2″ above soil level

• Water and add more soil if needed

• Mulch plants

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