Blue Princess Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae Live Plant - Evergreen Shrub for Garden & Container - Deer Resistant, Pollinator Friendly, Full Sun to Part Shade 2.5/3' h B&B

Name: Blue Princess Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae Live Plant - Evergreen Shrub for Garden & Container - Deer Resistant, Pollinator Friendly, Full Sun to Part Shade 2.5/3' h B&B
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: nse0321-redcrocus
Price: 368.00 USD
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Blue Princess' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae 'Blue Princess'

Description

This evergreen shrub features dense, dark green foliage with a bluish tint. It produces clusters of small, inconspicuous flowers in spring, followed by attractive berries that persist into winter. Its upright growth habit makes it an ideal choice for privacy screens and ornamental hedges.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for foundation plantings, privacy screens, formal hedges, and adding visual interest to landscape borders. Also suitable for container planting on patios and decks.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Blue Princess' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae 'Blue Princess'
Common Name: Blue Princess' Meserve Holly
Size & Growth: Typically grows 6-8 ft tall and 4-6 ft wide, with a columnar form.
Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Foliage Type: Evergreen, Dense
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Attracts Pollinators: Yes
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: No
Grows Well With: Boxwoods, Yews, Ornamental Grasses

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny to partly shaded location. Space plants 4-6 feet apart.
Soil Moisture: Maintain evenly moist soil, but avoid waterlogging.
Soil Type: Adaptable to a variety of soils, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove any damaged branches.
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy snow; minimal maintenance needed.
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as nursery container.
Fertilization: Feed with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Special Care: Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.