Soft Touch Japanese Holly

Soft Touch Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Soft Touch') is a delightful evergreen shrub known for its soft and elegant foliage, adding a gentle touch to garden landscapes. This cultivar is cherished for its compact, mounded growth habit and lush, dark green leaves that are small, oval, and have a notably soft texture, much like the soft touch of velvet. The foliage resembles traditional holly leaves but is devoid of sharp spines, making it a user-friendly option in garden settings. Soft Touch Japanese Holly is a versatile choice, suitable for hedges, borders, mass plantings, or as a container plant. It is relatively low-maintenance and can be easily pruned to maintain its desired size and shape. Inconspicuous white flowers may bloom in spring, and sporadically throughout the year, followed by small black berries in the fall, adding seasonal interest. Its adaptability to various soil types and its resistance to pests and diseases make it a resilient and charming shrub, providing a soft and inviting ambiance to outdoor spaces.