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Nellie R. Stevens Holly

Ilex x 'Nellie R. Stevens'
Evergreen-Trees

(Detailed plant information can be found at the bottom of the page.)
Ilex x 'Nellie R. Stevens'

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Ilex x 'Nellie R. Stevens' Plant Information

Classification  
   
Scientific Name: Ilex x 'Nellie R. Stevens'
Common Name: Nellie R. Stevens holly
Family: Aquifoliaceae
Suggested Uses: tall foundation, specimen
   
Characteristics  
   
Plant Form: pyramidal
Height: 8 - 20 feet tall
Foliage: alternate, simple, and evergreen

lustrous green leaves may have 3 or 1 terminal spines
Flower: dioecious
Fruit: often produces a heavy load of red drupes, but may be inconsistent
   
Environment  
   
Sun: full sun or part shade
Water: drought-tolerant
USDA Zone: zones 6 - 9
   
Care  
   
Maintenance: pyramidal growth habit if not pruned
   
Additional Notes: very popular holly in the nursery trade

cross between I. aquifolium and I. cornuta

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