Ilex crenata 'Convexa'

A high quality, multi-purpose evergreen shrub, particularly effective for massing, hedges and topiary, takes pruning very well, small highly glossy convex leaves add aesthetic value; best in evenly moist, acidic soils; great alternative to boxwood.

Convex-Leaf Japanese Holly is a dense multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with a more or less rounded form. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.

This shrub will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. It is a good choice for attracting birds to your yard. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;

Convex-Leaf Japanese Holly has attractive dark green evergreen  foliage on a plant with a round habit of growth. The small recurved oval leaves are highly ornamental and remain dark green throughout the winter. It produces black berries from mid fall to late winter.

Convex-Leaf Japanese Holly will grow to be about 5 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 5 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more. This is a female variety of the species which requires a male selection of the same species growing nearby in order to set fruit.