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Nellie R. Stevens Holly (Ilex x) — mature, planted

Evergreen & Privacy

Nellie R. Stevens Holly

Ilex x

Nellie R.

$20

Ships in 1-3 weeks (freight).

Height: 2-3 ft.

Quantity

1

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2-3 ft.

$20

Drought TolerantHeat TolerantCold HardyShade TolerantDeer ResistantPrivacy

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Why you'll love it

A fast, easy way to a finished landscape

A fast grower — expect quick, satisfying progress every season.

Growth rate
Fast
Mature size
10 ft. - 25 ft. tall · 6 ft. - 15 ft. wide
Hardy in
USDA zones 6–9
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Cold Hardy
  • Shade Tolerant

How to space Nellie R. Stevens Holly

For a solid, fast-filling privacy screen, plant in a straight row about 6 ft. apart (center to center). For an even denser wall, stagger a second row behind the first.

6 ft.6 ft.6 ft.6 ft.

The Arbor Buddy difference

Why buy from us

Grown to thrive. Established, well-rooted plants shipped at the right size — not bare twigs.

Matched to your zone. Set your USDA zone and we show you exactly what will flourish where you live.

Backed for a year. Every tree is covered by our 1-Year Thrive Guarantee.

About this tree

Nellie R. Stevens Holly brings year-round substance to your landscape with a rich evergreen presence and a fast, confident growth habit. Reaching about 10 to 25 feet tall and 6 to 15 feet wide, it quickly builds a natural wall for privacy along property lines or anchors corners and entrances with ease. Tough yet refined, it thrives in USDA zones 6 to 9 and stands up to drought, heat, cold, shade, and deer. Mid-spring blooms add a seasonal accent without demanding extra care.

USDA hardiness zones 6–9

Set your zone in the header to see if this tree thrives where you live.

Plant details

Mature height
10 ft. - 25 ft.
Mature width
6 ft. - 15 ft.
Growth rate
Fast
USDA zones
6-9
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water needs
High
Soil
Clay, Loamy, Well Drained
Spacing
6 ft.
Bloom season
Mid-Spring (April-May)

Full planting & care

Planting+

Choose a spot with full sun or partial sun and clay, loamy, well drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep, set the tree so the top of the root ball is level with the ground, backfill, and water in well. Space about 6 ft. from other plants.

Watering+

Keep the soil consistently moist, especially through the first two seasons; water deeply 2–3 times a week in summer heat.

Fertilizing+

Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. A second light feeding in early summer supports vigorous growth. Avoid fertilizing late in the season.

Pruning+

Prune in late winter while dormant to remove any dead or crossing branches and to shape. Minimal pruning is needed otherwise.

Frequently asked questions

How big does it get?+

At maturity it reaches about 10 ft. - 25 ft. tall and 6 ft. - 15 ft. wide, so give it room.

What growing zones does it suit?+

It is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.

Shipping

Delivery method
Curbside freight, nationwide (lower 48)
Shipping cost
$149 flat per order
Lead time
Ships in 1–3 weeks; carrier schedules a delivery window

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USDA zones6–95–97–105–97–9

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