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LUXUS® GLOBE JAPANESE HOLLY
Ilex crenata
'Annys5'
PP29992 Plant propagation prohibited
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3 gallon Potted
(SKU: 20264)
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List Price $85.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 6-9 · Mature Height: 20-24 Inches · Mature Spread: 18-20 Inches
Meet your new favorite boxwood alternative: LUXUS® Globe Japanese Holly. This compact evergreen shrub brings the polished, formal look gardeners love, but with added durability and fewer maintenance demands. Its dense, glossy foliage stays richly green throughout the seasons, giving your landscape a tidy and luxurious presence every single day of the year.
Unlike traditional boxwoods, this Japanese holly is refreshingly easygoing. Naturally rounded and slow-growing, it requires minimal pruning to maintain its globe-like silhouette. Because it's a male selection, LUXUS® Globe Japanese Holly never produces berries—which means no toxic fruit, no mess, and all attention focused on its elegant foliage. Its disease tolerance and consistent color make it especially valuable in climates where boxwoods struggle.
Whether you're lining a walkway, creating a petite hedge, shaping a formal garden space, or adding structure to a terrace container, this little evergreen delivers big style. It's small size allows it to slip seamlessly into both modern and traditional landscapes. Strong, versatile, and endlessly attractive, LUXUS® Globe Japanese Holly proves that small shrubs can make a major design statement.
Family: Aquafoliaceae · Common Name: Holly / Winterberry
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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LUXUS® GLOBE JAPANESE HOLLY Plant Characteristics
Bark Color*
| • | Gray |
Bark Type*
| • | Smooth |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - High Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - High Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - Moderate Resistance |
Fruit Type*
| • | Seedless/No Fruit |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Leaf Type*
| • | Evergreen |
Plant Type*
| • | Shrub |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Moist |
| • | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Cuttings or Divisions |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Spring Flowering |
| • | Summer |
| • | Winter |
| • | Year-Round |
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LUXUS® GLOBE JAPANESE HOLLY Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil.
- Performs well in loam, sandy soils, or amended clay.
- Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH for best color.
- Sun Exposure:
- Full sun to partial shade.
- Tolerates light shade without thinning.
- Ideal for bright spots that need a structured evergreen.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil start to dry.
- Maintain consistent moisture during establishment.
- Avoid waterlogged conditions to prevent root stress.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
- Mulch with bark or compost to support steady growth.
- Refresh mulch annually to protect roots and retain moisture.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Naturally dense and rounded — minimal pruning required.
- Light shaping can be done mid-spring or early summer.
- Excellent for topiary work due to its compact growth habit.
Interesting Notes About LUXUS® GLOBE JAPANESE HOLLY
- The Boxwood Replacement That Actually Delivers: Developed as part of the LUXUS® series, this plant merges the beloved look of Buxus with the strength and easy care of Ilex.
- Always Green, Never Faded: Unlike many hollies that bronze or dull in winter, the LUXUS® Globe keeps its dark green foliage all year long.
- A Berry-Free Zone: As a male selection, it produces no berries—perfect for pet-friendly gardens and spaces where messy fruit would be a nuisance.
- Small Size, Big Versatility: Its modest mature dimensions make it ideal for edging, knot gardens, low hedges, and precise topiary shapes.
- Strength in Its Genetics: Selected for its disease tolerance, this cultivar stands up where boxwoods often fail, offering dependable structure even in challenging conditions.
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