
Common Name: Schwoebel Compacta Holly
Ilex crenata ‘Schwoebel’s Compact’ is a dense evergreen shrub valued for its very compact rounded habit and small glossy dark green leaves. This Japanese holly forms a tight fine-textured mound with dense branching, making it highly useful for formal plantings and low evergreen structure. Its naturally compact growth requires little pruning. Type: Evergreen shrub Mature Size: Width: 3–4 ft · Height: 3–4 ft USDA Zones: 5a–8b Form: Compact, rounded Light: Full sun to part shade Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil Water: Medium; prefers even moisture during establishment Wildlife: Small black berries may attract birds Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for low hedges, foundation plantings, borders, and formal gardens where dense evergreen texture and compact form are desired. It performs well as a boxwood substitute. Care: Plant in well-drained acidic soil and avoid poorly drained sites. Prune lightly in late spring if shaping is needed. Protect from severe winter wind in exposed areas for best foliage quality.
| Plant Type: | Broadleaf Evergreen |
| Width: | 3-4' |
| Height: | 3-4' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Zone: | 5 - 8 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Landscape/Use: | Mass Planting, Hedge, Accent Plant, Foundation Plant |
| Shape: | Rounded, Compact |
| Soil Type | Acidic, Moist well-drained |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Green |