Ilex × 'Nellie R. Stevens' Standard

Ilex × 'Nellie R. Stevens'

35L pot • Standard form • Supplied approximately 190cm tall

Plant Highlights: Glossy evergreen foliage • Elegant standard form • Bright red berries on mature plants • Excellent year-round structure • Ideal for formal gardens and entrances

Overview

Ilex × 'Nellie R. Stevens' is a vigorous evergreen holly valued for its glossy dark green foliage, naturally dense growth and reliable display of bright red berries on mature plants. Trained as a standard, it provides instant height and architectural interest, making it an excellent focal point for formal gardens, patios and entranceways.

The neatly formed crown offers dependable year-round structure, while the evergreen foliage provides colour in every season. This attractive standard is equally effective planted individually or used in pairs to frame doorways, pathways and garden features.

Why We Love It

• Glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round interest.
• Elegant standard form creates an instant focal point.
• Bright red berries add autumn and winter colour on mature plants.
• Dense growth responds well to shaping.
• Excellent for formal gardens, courtyards and large containers.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Plant in full sun or partial shade. It grows well in sheltered and moderately exposed locations.

Watering

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a healthy root system. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods, especially if grown in a container.

Soil

Grow in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. It adapts well to a range of soil types provided they do not remain waterlogged.

Hardiness and Winter Care

Fully hardy throughout Ireland. Apply a spring mulch to help conserve moisture and maintain healthy root growth.

Routine Care

Trim lightly after the main growing season to maintain the rounded crown. Remove any shoots developing from the trunk below the graft to preserve the standard form.

Perfect For

• Formal entrance planting.
• Driveways and pathways.
• Courtyard gardens.
• Large decorative containers.
• Architectural evergreen planting.

Good to Know

The supplied height of 190cm refers to the overall height at the time of sale. Mature plants are noted for their reliable berry display, adding valuable colour and interest through autumn and winter while the glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round structure.

Product Information

• Botanical name: Ilex × 'Nellie R. Stevens'
• Trained as a standard.
• Supplied in a 35L nursery pot.
• Supplied approximately 190cm tall.