Bennett's Compacta
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Bennett's Compacta

$30.00
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Bennett's Compacta

$30.00
$30.00

Round and compact form, this hybrid offers lustrous dark green leathery leaves along purplish stem. Needs little or no pruning makes it a virtually maintenance free shrub.  Used as foundation, borders and hedge planting.   

More About Ilex crenata 'Bennett's Compacta'

  • Easily transplanted, easy to grow.
  • Low maintenance.
  • All around great evergreen shrub.

Interesting Notes:

The compacta holly is similar in looks and habit to the boxwood and can be used in similar situations.  A native of Japan it is also referenced as Japanese holly or Box-leaf holly.

Bennett's Compacta Japanese Holly Growing and Maintenance Tips

Fertilize in spring with an all-purpose fertilizer before new growth begins. Recommended spacing for a formal hedge is 2 to 3 feet apart.  For a more informal hedge plant 4 to 5 feet apart.

Height: 3-4 Feet
Spread: 4-5 Feet
Hardiness Zone: 5-7

Ilex crenata 'Bennett's Compacta' Characteristics

  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Attracts Wildlife: Attracts Songbirds
  • Soil Moisture: Average Water, Wet Soil/Wetlands
  • Attributes: Fast Growing, Evergreen, Low Maintenance
  • Habit: Upright
  • Foliage Color: Green
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If you're located within our local delivery radius, choose this option at checkout. You can always pickup your order from one of our locations in Hunterdon County, NJ as well.

Bennett's Compacta
Bennett's Compacta

Size: 18-24", Container: 3 Gallon

Hunterdon Tree & Shrub Frenchtown

68 Thatcher Rd
Frenchtown NJ 08825
United States

Pickup available, usually ready in 2 hours

Bennett's Compacta

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