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RedCrocus Blue Princess' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae- Evergreen shrub, attracts pollinators, for privacy & landscape, low maintenance, container & garden use 3 Gallon

RedCrocus Blue Princess' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae- Evergreen shrub, attracts pollinators, for privacy & landscape, low maintenance, container & garden use 3 Gallon

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SKU:nse0762-redcrocus

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Blue Princess' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae 'Blue Princess'

Description

This evergreen shrub features glossy, dark green leaves with bluish tint and produces small red berries. It offers dense foliage and a compact growth habit, making it ideal for hedges and screens.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for privacy screens, foundation plantings, and formal hedges in landscapes requiring low-maintenance, resilient greenery.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Ilex meserveae 'Blue Princess'
  • Common Name: Blue Princess' Meserve Holly
  • Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 ft tall and wide; slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time: Spring (small, inconspicuous flowers)
  • Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for pots
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic to dogs and cats if ingested
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and roses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Water regularly until established.
  • Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained
  • Soil Type: Acidic to neutral soils
  • Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to shape and remove dead or damaged branches
  • Winter Care: Mulch around the base in colder regions to protect roots
  • Planting Depth: Root ball should be level with soil surface
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care: Keep away from harsh, salt-laden winds
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