{"product_id":"nellie-stevens-holly-tree","title":"Nellie Stevens Holly Tree","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNellie R. Stevens Holly (Ilex × ‘Nellie R. Stevens’) – Dense Evergreen for Privacy, Borders, and Year‑Round Interest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want an evergreen that delivers privacy, structure, and winter color, Nellie R. Stevens Holly offers dense foliage, a naturally pyramidal form, and bright red berries that stand out in the colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDense evergreen foliage for strong coverage\u003cbr\u003eNaturally pyramidal shape with minimal pruning\u003cbr\u003eBright red winter berries\u003cbr\u003eSelf‑fruitful; produces berries without a male pollinator\u003cbr\u003eDeer resistant and low‑maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat problem does Nellie Stevens Holly solve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt creates a tall, evergreen privacy barrier that blocks views and noise while adding year‑round structure and seasonal color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it is easy to grow, adaptable to many soils, and requires very little pruning to maintain its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it grow in full sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Full sun to partial shade both support strong growth, with full sun producing the densest foliage and best berry production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt grows quickly for a holly, often adding 2 to 3 feet per year once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it drought tolerant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt becomes moderately drought‑tolerant once established and performs well in clay or compacted soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNellie R. Stevens Holly is a popular evergreen known for its dense branching, glossy dark green leaves, and naturally pyramidal form. It produces abundant red berries in winter, adding seasonal interest and supporting wildlife. This holly is self‑fruitful, meaning it will produce berries on its own, though pairing with ‘Edward J. Stevens’ can increase berry production. Its fast growth and strong structure make it ideal for privacy screens, property borders, and specimen plantings. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types, including clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpacing: 6 to 10 feet depending on desired density\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Prefers well‑drained soil; tolerates clay\u003cbr\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright, pyramidal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater consistently during the first year\u003cbr\u003eMulch to protect roots and retain moisture\u003cbr\u003ePrune lightly in early summer if shaping is desired\u003cbr\u003eFertilize in early spring for strong growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvergreen foliage provides year‑round privacy\u003cbr\u003eBright red berries appear in fall and persist into winter\u003cbr\u003eFast growth helps fill gaps quickly\u003cbr\u003eDeer-resistant and reliable in varied climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrivacy screens\u003cbr\u003eProperty borders\u003cbr\u003eSpecimen trees\u003cbr\u003eNoise buffering\u003cbr\u003eExplore more options in our Privacy Plants collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Plant in This Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Pillar Arborvitae — a narrow evergreen option for tight spaces needing vertical privacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Your Nellie Stevens Holly Today\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdd year‑round structure and winter color to your landscape with Nellie Stevens Holly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable Sizes: 2.5‑inch pots, Quart pots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrivacy Plants\u003cbr\u003eEvergreen Trees\u003cbr\u003eFast‑Growing Shrubs\u003cbr\u003eWinter‑Interest Plants\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Nellie R. Stevens Holly - 1 Potted Plant 2.5 Inch Pot","offer_id":46382033502420,"sku":"Nellie-R-Stevens-Holly-Plant 2.5 Inch","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nellie Stevens Holly - Quart Pot - 1 Plant","offer_id":46382033928404,"sku":"Nellie-R-Stevens-Holly- QuartPot","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/0966\/7796\/files\/square-format_image.jpg?v=1772725341","url":"https:\/\/treecitynursery.com\/products\/nellie-stevens-holly-tree","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}