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Back to buying optionsNellie R. Stevens Holly Tree – Live Plant – Ilex × 'Nellie R. Stevens' – 1 Quart
The Nellie R. Stevens Holly Tree (Ilex × 'Nellie R. Stevens') is a fast-growing evergreen ornamental tree admired for its broad, pyramidal shape, glossy dark green foliage, and abundant berry production. Its attractive leaves feature small teeth along the edges, while its colorful berries add seasonal interest to the landscape. This hardy holly is an excellent choice for privacy screens, borders, tall hedges, or as a standalone specimen tree. Its dense foliage provides year-round greenery, making it a versatile addition to home gardens and landscape designs. This live plant is grown in a 1-quart nursery pot and ships in a fabric grow bag rather than a plastic pot. Shipping may be bareroot for certain destinations, with the plant still packaged in a grow bag.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Nellie R. Stevens Holly Tree
✔️ Ilex × 'Nellie R. Stevens' variety
✔️ Plant grown in a 1-quart nursery pot
✔️ Shipped in a fabric grow bag, not a plastic pot
✔️ Bareroot shipping may apply to certain states
✔️ Plant size and appearance may vary depending on the growing season
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Nellie R. Stevens Holly
Botanical Name: Ilex × 'Nellie R. Stevens'
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub or small tree
Growth Stage: Live young plant
Foliage: Glossy, dark green leaves with toothed edges
Berry Production: Prolific; berry production depends on growing conditions and pollination
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining soil; adaptable to a range of soil types
Watering: Water regularly while establishing; keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Mature Height: 15–25 feet
Mature Width: 10–12 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 6–9
Container Friendly: Suitable for growing in a container while young; best planted in the ground for mature growth
Landscape Uses: Privacy screens, borders, tall hedges, and specimen planting
💡 Care Tip: Plant your Nellie R. Stevens Holly in well-draining soil with full sun to partial shade. Water consistently while the roots establish, and apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture. Allow enough space for its mature height and width, especially when growing it as a hedge or privacy screen.
