Soft Touch Holly

Variety: Ilex crenata 'Soft Touch'

Color: Deep green foliage

Overview

The Soft Touch Holly is a charming evergreen shrub known for its fine-textured, soft leaves that create a lush, vibrant appearance year-round. This variety features a dense growth habit, making it an excellent choice for low hedges or as a foundation plant.

Attributes

• Light Requirement: Thrives in full sun to part shade, allowing for versatility in placement.
• Evergreen: Retains its foliage throughout the seasons, providing consistent greenery.
• Bloom: This variety does not produce blooms, focusing its energy on lush foliage.
• Bloom Fragrance: None
• Salt Tolerance: Not tolerant of salt, making it ideal for inland gardens.

Care Requirements

Soft Touch Holly is relatively low-maintenance, requiring occasional pruning to maintain its shape. It prefers well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering, especially during dry spells. Mulching can help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Uses

With its compact size and attractive foliage, the Soft Touch Holly is suitable for various landscape applications, including borders, foundation plantings, and even container gardening. Its subtle elegance enhances any outdoor space.