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Editors Notes:
Wow, what a fast grower! Nellie R. Stevens hollies will usually grow to a height of 30' and can spread to 15' in a pyrimidal shape, like a christmas tree. The Nellie R. Stevens holly typically has dark green leaves and red berries.
Sun and Soil
You can grow 'Nellie R. Stevens' in full sun or partial shade. If your soil is just a bit acidic, that is fine too, because Nellies are very resilient.
Great for privacy.
If you are planning on using 'Nellie R. Stevens' as a privacy barrier, we encourage you to plant them 5 feet apart.
| date | ASAP |
| Recommended Zone | 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Scientific Name | Ilex x ‘Nellie R. Stevens’ |
| Mature Height (ft) | 30' |
| Mature Width (ft) | 15' |
| Growth Rate | Rapid. 1 foot or more per year |
| Spacing | 5 feet |
| Fertilizer | 8-8-8 fertilizer |
| Light | Full sun to partial shade |
| Shipping Height | 8-12 inches |
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