Compacta Japanese Holly Calycanthus If you want a fast-growing

If you want a fast-growing shade tree with a dense summer canopy and a bold

it creates a tidy living mat that flows over the ground

mounding shrub

glowing effect that inspired its celestial name

This selection forms a narrow

Compacta Japanese Holly Calycanthus If you want a fast-growingCompacta Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Compacta') Compacta Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Compacta') is a dense, slow growing evergreen shrub known for its small, glossy dark green leaves and naturally compact, rounded growth habit. This cultivar is widely used in formal gardens and as low hedging due to its neat appearance and versatility. Distinctive Features 'Compacta' features tightly packed, ovate leaves that create a smooth, uniform texture. The