RutHol2 Japanese holly
Ilex crenata 'RutHol2'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'RutHol2' Japanese holly (Ilex crenata 'RutHol2') is a shrub for borders, hedges, foundation plantings, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Its dense, evergreen form grows slowly, and spring flowers attract bees. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal. It also tolerates drought.
Pairs well with Pagoda dogwood, Little bluestem, and Liberty hosta.