Soft Touch Holly
Shipping & Returns
Shipping live plants sometimes has its challenges when dealing with inclement weather but we strive to have every single order shipped out on their scheduled shipping date. Most orders will be scheduled to ship within 1-2 weeks of ordering. Because a plant needs TLC we only ship out on Mondays-Wednesdays to ensure the plants aren’t stationed somewhere over the weekend with no water or sunlight.
Soft Touch Holly (Ilex crenata 'Soft Touch') — A compact, dwarf Japanese holly with fine-textured, spineless evergreen foliage that is truly soft to the touch, perfect for foundation plantings, borders, and small hedges.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Ilex crenata 'Soft Touch'
- Mature Size: 2–3 ft tall × 2–3 ft wide
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Bloom Color: Insignificant (grown for foliage)
- Foliage: Evergreen — fine-textured, soft, dark green
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Part shade to full sun
- Water Needs: Moderate — consistent moisture preferred
- Soil: Acidic, well-drained
- Hardiness Zones: USDA 6–9
Why Choose Soft Touch Holly?
- Spineless foliage safe for walkways and children's play areas
- Compact, naturally mounding form needs minimal pruning
- Excellent boxwood alternative resistant to boxwood blight
- Deer resistant and low maintenance
Care Tips
Plant in acidic, well-drained soil. Mulch to maintain consistent moisture. Shear or prune as needed to shape — responds well to trimming. Avoid waterlogged soil. Feed with an acid-forming fertilizer in spring.
General Care Instructions
- Watering: Water deeply after planting. Continue regular watering for the first growing season.
- Mulching: Apply 2-4 inches of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the trunk.
- Pruning: Prune during dormant season to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
- Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring for optimal growth.
Shipping Information
- Processing Time: We only ship out on Mondays-Wednesdays to ensure the plants aren't stationed somewhere over the weekend with no water or sunlight.
- Shipping Season: We ship year-round to most zones, weather permitting
- Packaging: Plants are carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival
- Free Shipping: Orders over $125 qualify for free standard shipping
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