LUXUS Japanese Holly

Refined upright Japanese holly with lustrous dark green leaves and a naturally columnar form — an elegant disease-resistant boxwood alternative for formal hedges and privacy screens. (Ilex crenata LUXUS)

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Ilex crenata LUXUS™ ('Anny's 5’) is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its dense, glossy green foliage and refined, boxwood-like appearance. With a naturally rounded shape and slow to moderate growth habit, it’s perfect for low hedges, foundation plantings, or formal borders. Unlike many hollies, this variety does not produce spiny leaves, offering a softer, more elegant texture. Adaptable to pruning and resistant to common pests, LUXUS™ thrives in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil, making it an excellent, low-maintenance alternative to boxwood in modern landscapes.

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Growing Information

Growing zone guide

Growing Zone Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8

Sunlight Bright light to partial shade

Type of Soil Slightly acidic to neutral

Mature Height 3 to 4 ft.

Maintenance Level Low maintenance

Water Requirement Moderate watering (once a week)

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Additional Information

Growth Rate	– Moderate – Reaches approximately 3–4 feet tall and wide over time – Can be maintained smaller with pruning
Colorful Leaves	No
Flowering	Yes
Bloom Color	White
Ornamental Berries	N/A
Disease resistant	Yes
Cold Tolerant	Yes
Heat Tolerant	Yes
Drought Tolerant	No
Deer Resistant	Yes
Edible	No
Wildlife Attraction	– Non-fruiting cultivar – does not attract birds via berries – Pollinator-friendly in spring (small flowers may attract bees) – Deer resistant – foliage is unpalatable to deer
Self-pollinating	Self-pollinating
Seasonality	– Spring: New growth emerges; subtle flowering – Summer: Dense, glossy foliage remains vibrant – Fall: No color change – evergreen presence – Winter: Evergreen leaves persist; provides structural interest in the landscape
Ideal For	– Low hedging – formal borders – topiary – foundation planting – evergreen structure in gardens – boxwood substitute – containers in courtyards or entryways
Leaf Description	– Small, dark green, glossy, evergreen leaves – Resemble boxwood but with better disease resistance – Oval, finely serrated margins, dense foliage habit – Maintains color and structure year-round
Flower Description	– Tiny white flowers appear in late spring – Not showy; often hidden in foliage – Typically go unnoticed, with minimal visual impact
Pruning & Maintenance	– When: Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth starts – How: Can be shaped or sheared for formality (hedges or topiary) or left to grow naturally – Tolerates heavy pruning and shearing well
Water Needs	– Requires regular watering during establishment (first season) – Once established, is moderately drought tolerant but benefits from consistent moisture – Avoid soggy or waterlogged conditions
Light Needs	– Grows best in full sun to partial shade – In cooler regions, full sun promotes denser growth; in hotter areas, light afternoon shade prevents leaf scorch
Harvesting	– Not harvested; strictly ornamental – No culinary, medicinal, or craft uses
Fertilizing	– Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring – Acid-loving plant fertilizers (like those for azaleas) work well – Avoid over-fertilizing; too much nitrogen can reduce density
Additional Care Tips	N/A
Pollination	– Self-pollinating, but produces no fruit – One of the key traits of LUXUS™ ('Anny’s 5') is no berry production, making it very clean and low-maintenance – Flowers are inconspicuous, appearing in spring
Companion Plants	– Boxwood (Buxus spp.) – similar form, complementary foliage – Hydrangea paniculata – contrast in texture and seasonal blooms – Azalea and Rhododendron – similar pH and moisture needs – Heuchera – foliage contrast beneath shrubs – Carex or Liriope – ornamental grasses that tolerate shade and acidic soil

Flowering and Seasonality

– Spring: New growth emerges; subtle flowering

– Summer: Dense, glossy foliage remains vibrant

– Fall: No color change – evergreen presence

– Winter: Evergreen leaves persist; provides structural interest in the landscape

– Tiny white flowers appear in late spring

– Not showy; often hidden in foliage

– Typically go unnoticed, with minimal visual impact

Pet Friendly

Yes

Growing Zone