Nelliet™ Ilex holly tree in an outdoor nursery
Nelliet™ Ilex holly tree in an outdoor nursery

Nelliet™ Holly

Ilex Hybrid 'ROX' PPAF

This new improvement on the classic holly offers superior branching, denser foliage, and requires minimal pruning. It features a classic pyramidal shape, dark green leaves, and glistening red berries.

Light Needs

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Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

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USDA Zones 6a - 9b

mature dimensions

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15–25′ high x 10–15′ wide
This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 8b
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More About Nelliet™ Holly

Bloom/Feature

Dark green foliage & red berries

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

-10°F to 0°F USDA zones 6–9

Key Features

Compact Habit, Upright Habit

Flowering Season

Winter

Uses

Border, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Planting, Woodland Garden

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in early spring

Pruning

Non needed but if desired, in winter

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting
• Plant in full sun to part shade
• Dig hole 2X the width of pot
• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil
• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed
• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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