Ilex X 'Nellie Stevens' (Holly)
| Species | : | Ilex Aquifolium Nellie Stevens |
|---|---|---|
| Common Name(s) | : | Holly |
| Tree Features | : | Inedible Fruit |
| Genus | : | Ilex |
| Seasons of Interest | : | Autumn Interest |
| Shape | : | Pyramidal |
| Mature Size | : | Small (under 10m) |
| Tree Type | : | Evergreen Broad Leaf |
| Tolerances | : | Shade Tolerant |
| Tree uses | : | Small Gardens,Garden,Avenue Trees,Parkland Trees |
A wonderful variety, making a small rounded tree at maturity.
This clone was derived from a seed source collected by Ms Stevens in 1900 from the US National Arboretum.
It is a hybrid between Ilex aquifolium and Ilex cornuta and is exceptional for its vigour and readiness to make a small single stemmed tree.
Smooth dark glossy leaves contrast well with the orange-red berries in autumn and we supply this cone as a feathered bush or as a clear stemmed standard at semi mature.
Ideal for spot screening and it tolerates most free draining soils. Female.
Mature height: 5-10m
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