Ilex 'Nellie R. Stevens'

holly 'Nellie R. Stevens' ( syn. Ilex aquifolium 'Nellie Stevens' )

Eventual height & spread

Ilex 'Nellie R. Stevens'

holly 'Nellie R. Stevens' ( syn. Ilex aquifolium 'Nellie Stevens' )

  • 7 litre pot
  • £134.99
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  • Position: Full sun or partial shade
  • Soil: Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil
  • Rate of growth: Average to fast
  • Flowering period: May
  • Hardiness: Fully hardy


With its neat pyramidal shape cloaked in glossy leaves and brilliant orange-red berries, 'Nellie R. Stevens' puts on a spectacular show across all seasons. This vigorous hybrid holly forms a dense evergreen tree, clad in deep emerald foliage distinguished by sharp spines. In late spring, petite white flowers appear on female plants, followed by the abundant bird-friendly berries. As a bonus, this four season performer grows at a relatively fast pace, and its tight pyramidal shape needs little pruning to maintain. Please note that this cultivar is female so will require a male holly plant nearby to produce berries.


  • Garden care:
    Plants grown as free-standing specimens require minimal pruning - remove diseased or misplaced branches in spring. Trim plants grown as formal hedges in late summer. After pruning apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost or manure around the base of the plant
    • Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten