RedCrocus Blue Princess' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae 'Blue Princess' Evergreen Shrub, Attractive Bluish Tinted Foliage, Red Berries, Garden Hedge, Privacy Screen 2.5/3' h B&B

$400.00 USD

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SKU:nse0321-redcrocus

Pot Size 2.5/3' h B&B 2.5/3' h B&B (1 count)

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Blue Princess' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae 'Blue Princess'

Description

This evergreen shrub features dense, dark green foliage with a striking bluish tint, and produces small, inconspicuous flowers in spring. It is renowned for its vigorous growth and decorative red berries that add visual interest year-round.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for hedges, privacy screens, foundation planting, and specimen displays in gardens and landscape designs.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Ilex meserveae 'Blue Princess'
Common Name: Blue Princess' Meserve Holly
Size & Growth: Usually reaches 6-8 feet tall with a width of 4-6 feet, with a moderate to fast growth rate.
Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9
Foliage Type: Evergreen, dense and leathery
Bloom Time: February to April
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Attracts Pollinators: Yes
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Toxic to dogs and cats if ingested
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: No
Grows Well With: Boxwoods, ornamental grasses, and other evergreen shrubs

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Preferably in well-draining, acidic to neutral soil. Plant in spring or fall.
Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged
Soil Type: Well-draining loam or sandy soil
Humidity: Average, avoid prolonged drought conditions
Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winds and heavy snow in colder zones
Planting Depth: Set root ball slightly above surrounding soil level
Fertilization: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
Special Care: Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds