Ilex X 'Nellie R. Stevens'

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Stevens Holly

 
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Description

Spiny leaves and bright red berries in the fall and winter highlight this vigorous-growing evergreen shrub. Its leaves are dark green and noticeably larger than other hollies.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Espalier, Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Foundation, Patio, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.