Ilex crenata 'Convexa'

Name: Ilex crenata Convexa (Japanese Holly)
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 11788h
Price: 32.34 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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Japanese Holly

Ilex crenata 'Convexa' is a popular, slow-growing evergreen shrub known for its dense, rounded foliage and fine-textured leaves. Perfect for formal hedges, low borders, or container planting, this versatile shrub offers year-round greenery and easy maintenance. The Plant Company supplies premium NZ-grown Ilex crenata 'Convexa' plants, ready to enhance your garden with fast nationwide delivery.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	1.20 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, White
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Japanese Holly
Sku	11788

Plant Size And Growth – Grows 1m Tall x 1.2m Wide

This shrub typically reaches 1 metre in height and spreads up to 1.2 metres wide, forming a compact, rounded mound. Its dense branching habit makes it ideal for shaping and formal garden designs. The slow growth rate allows for precision in hedging and sculpting, making it a favourite among gardeners who appreciate control over garden aesthetics.

Recommended Spacing For Ilex crenata 'Convexa'

When planting for a hedge or border, space plants approximately 50–70 cm apart to allow for natural growth and easy maintenance. Proper spacing encourages airflow and healthy foliage development, reducing the risk of disease.

Where To Grow Ilex crenata 'Convexa' In NZ

This adaptable shrub thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. It tolerates coastal exposure and urban conditions, making it suitable for a wide range of New Zealand garden environments. It also performs well in containers and raised beds, offering versatility in landscape design.

Why Buy Ilex crenata 'Convexa' From The Plant Company?

Our plants are NZ-grown and selected for quality, health, and garden performance. Each shrub is carefully packed and shipped nationwide, arriving healthy and ready to establish in your garden. Our expert team provides support and advice to ensure your planting success.

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Reviews

5

Roger Long - Canterbury

Beautiful plants, great communication, far better pricing than anyone else online, and fast delivery - what else could we need? My wife and I love dealing with you guys and appreciate all your efforts. Businesses that are passionate and care about their customers are hard to come by these days.

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