Soft Touch Compact Holly
Soft Touch Compact Holly is a refined evergreen shrub with smooth, dark green leaves and a naturally rounded shape. Its soft foliage makes it a friendlier alternative to spiny hollies, and its low profile is ideal for neat borders and formal hedges.
Adaptable and low-maintenance, it tolerates pruning well and holds its shape without much effort. Perfect for small spaces, walkways, or foundation plantings.
- 🌿 Soft, spineless foliage
- 📏 Naturally compact and rounded habit
- 🪴 Great for walkways, low hedges, or containers
- 🦌 Deer resistant and easy-care
- 📐 Mature Size: 24–36 in. tall, 36–48 in. wide
- 🌞 Thrives in full sun to partial shade
Note: Soft Touch holly is valued for its soft texture and neat shape. It does not produce berries and is ideal for those seeking a clean, non-fruiting landscape shrub.
Growing Zones: 5–9 outdoors

| Mature Height: | 24–36 in. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Mature Width: | 36–48 in. |
| Botanical Name: | Ilex crenata ‘Soft Touch’ |
| Growth Rate: | Slow to Moderate |
| Bloom Time: | Spring (non-fruiting) |
| Type: | Shrub |
FAQ’s
Does Soft Touch holly produce berries?
No, this variety does not produce berries. It’s a sterile, non-fruiting cultivar.
Is the foliage really soft?
Yes! Unlike many hollies, the leaves are soft to the touch and spineless.
How often should it be pruned?
It holds its shape well, so occasional light pruning is enough to maintain its form.
Can it grow in shade?
Yes, it tolerates partial shade but performs best in full sun to light shade.
Is it deer resistant?
Yes, it’s generally deer resistant thanks to its dense growth and leaf texture.













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