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Nellie Stevens Holly
3 Gallon / Grow Pot / Plastic
$69
$75
8% OFF
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Nellie Stevens Holly
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Nellie Stevens Holly Information
About The Nellie Stevens Holly
Meet Nellie Stevens Holly: Your Lush, Evergreen Companion
Looking for a touch of evergreen elegance in your garden? Say hello to the Nellie Stevens Holly! This robust and vibrant plant is not just a pretty face; it's a hardy addition to any landscape.
Why Nellie Stevens Holly?
- Year-Round Beauty: With glossy green leaves and bright red berries, Nellie Stevens Holly brings a splash of color to your garden, no matter the season.
- Privacy, Please: Growing tall and dense, it's the perfect natural screen for your outdoor sanctuary.
- Feathered Friends: Birds love the shelter and berries – a little birdwatching, anyone?
- Low Maintenance: This holly is not a diva. It's drought-tolerant and resilient, making it a breeze to care for.
Nellie Stevens Holly Details
Mature Height:
15-25 ft.
Mature Width:
6-10 ft.
Sunlight:
Full-Part Sun
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Botanical Name:
Ilex X 'Nellie R. Stevens'
Grows Well In Zones:
6-9 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AK, AZ, HI, OR
Growing Zones 6-9 Outdoors
(Hardy down to 0° F)
Watering Requirements
Newly planted trees need regular watering 1–2 times a week during their first growing season to build a strong root system, while established trees need a deep soaking only once every 1–2 weeks during summer dry spells. Potted plants dry out quickly and require daily watering, or even twice-daily checks, during peak summer heat.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth. Tolerates partial shade, but too much shade leads to a sparser canopy and fewer bright red berries in winter.
Humidity Requirements
'Nellie R. Stevens' Holly thrives in moderate to high humidity environments, making it highly adaptable across humid temperate zones, southeastern landscapes, and warm coastal regions.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
No, this plant is not recommended in homes with pets.
How much sun does Nellie Stevens Holly need?
Nellie Stevens Holly grows best infull sun to partial shade. More sunlight generally encourages dense, vigorous growth.
Is Nellie Stevens Holly good for privacy?
Yes. Its dense evergreen foliage and naturally pyramidal shape make it an excellent choice for privacy screens, hedges, and property borders.
Does Nellie Stevens Holly produce red berries?
Yes. Female Nellie Stevens Holly plants can produce bright red berries, typically ripening in fall and adding winter color. A nearby male holly can help increase fruit production through pollination.
Our planters are made from the highest quality materials, and designed to complement a range of styles.
Fiberglass Planters
No Exterior Planter
Mexia
Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper
Grow Pot
Plastic container with drainage holes used by our greenhouse
Agnes
Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper
All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Nellie Stevens Holly
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Survival guide for your first 30 days of growing is included
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Greenhouse Grown
Not warehouse-held.Acclimated before shipping.
Indoor Ready
Pre-conditioned to lower light conditions.
Fully Potted
Soil intact. No repotting stress.
Damage Guarantee
Free replacement within 48 hours.