Holly - 'Nellie Stevens'

Perennial

Ornamental

The Ilex x Nellie Stevens Holly is a beautiful evergreen shrub that offers year-round interest with its glossy leaves and vibrant red berries. This holly variety is perfect for garden enthusiasts looking to add a touch of colour and texture. Explore more in our Shrubs & Perennials collection.

Attractive red berries year-round
Dense, glossy evergreen foliage
Ideal for hedge or standalone
Low maintenance, hardy plant
Great for urban or rural gardens

Enhance your garden with the Holly Ilex Nellie Stevens, a perfect choice for adding beauty and charm to any space. Find more options in our All Products collection.

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Holly Ilex 'Nellie Stevens' is a popular evergreen shrub known for its dense, glossy foliage and vibrant red berries. With a naturally pyramidal shape and fast growth, it is perfect for hedging, privacy screens, or as a standalone feature plant. This low-maintenance variety thrives in full sun or partial shade and tolerates a wide range of soils, making it an excellent choice for gardeners of all skill levels. The berries provide winter interest and attract birds, enhancing the wildlife value of your garden.

Fast-growing evergreen with dense, glossy foliage
Produces bright red berries in winter, adding seasonal interest
Ideal for hedging, screens, or specimen planting
Thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts to various soil types

What's Included

Pots: Get a large, ready-to-grow plant in a 1 litre pot. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full sun to partial shade
Position	Sheltered
Soil	Moist but well-drained
Planting Time	Year round
Moisture	Medium
Hardiness	H6
Growth Rate	Slow
Spacing	-
Height and Spread	4-10m x 4-8m
Annual or Perennial	Evergreen

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Holly Ilex 'Nellie Stevens' is a versatile evergreen shrub that provides year-round interest. Its dense, glossy foliage creates a lush backdrop, while the vibrant red berries add a pop of colour during winter. This fast-growing variety is excellent for hedging, privacy screens, or as a feature plant in your garden. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and requires minimal maintenance, making it a reliable choice for gardeners seeking a combination of beauty and functionality.

Thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts to various soils
Dense, glossy green leaves create a lush, evergreen backdrop
Bright red berries appear in winter, attracting birds and adding seasonal interest
Ideal for hedging, privacy screens, or standalone planting

Thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts to various soils
Dense, glossy green leaves create a lush, evergreen backdrop
Bright red berries appear in winter, attracting birds and adding seasonal interest
Ideal for hedging, privacy screens, or standalone planting

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Holly Ilex 'Nellie Stevens' is easy to plant and care for, thriving in a range of conditions. For hedging or screens, plant in a row with adequate spacing to ensure healthy growth. This variety adapts well to various soil types and is tolerant of full sun or partial shade.

Choose a sunny or partially shaded location with well-drained soil
Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and add compost or organic matter
Place the plant at the same depth as it was in the pot
Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly

Choose a sunny or partially shaded location with well-drained soil
Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and add compost or organic matter
Place the plant at the same depth as it was in the pot
Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Allow 50-60cm between each plant to allow plenty of air and sun

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Allow 50-60cm between each plant to allow plenty of air and sun

Holly Ilex 'Nellie Stevens' is low-maintenance and grows quickly with minimal care. Regular watering, occasional feeding, and light pruning will keep it healthy and attractive.

Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting
Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Fertilise in spring with a balanced feed to promote growth and berry production
Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to shape and maintain size

Holly Ilex 'Nellie Stevens' is low-maintenance and grows quickly with minimal care. Regular watering, occasional feeding, and light pruning will keep it healthy and attractive.

Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting
Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Fertilise in spring with a balanced feed to promote growth and berry production
Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to shape and maintain size

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly until established, then water during dry periods
Support and Pruning:	Prune lightly to maintain shape
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly until established, then water during dry periods
Support and Pruning:	Prune lightly to maintain shape
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds