Ilex crenata 'Hoogendorn' ~ Hoogendorn Holly insignificant-flowers Image: Photo by David J

Image: Photo by David J

An aggressive spreader

Tiny creamy white bell-like flowers on spires in midsummer attracting butterflies

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soils

needs well-drained soil

Ilex crenata 'Hoogendorn' ~ Hoogendorn Holly insignificant-flowers Image: Photo by David JHoogendorn Holly is a low growing, densely branched evergreen shrub with flattened dark green leaves reminiscent of boxwood. As it is a male plant it does not produce berries but acts as a pollinizer. Best planted in moist, slightly acidic well drained soils. Hollies are dioecious and need both male and female plants to produce fruit. Type: Shrub Origins: East Asia and eastern Russia Height: 1' 2' Spread: 2 3' Spacing: 2 USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 9