Expert Gardener Steeds Japanese Holly (2.5 Quart) Upright Evergreen Shrub

Introducing Steeds Holly, a classic and reliable evergreen shrub that adds structure and beauty to your landscape. This exceptional japanese holly variety, known as Ilex cornuta 'Steeds,' is celebrated for its dense, dark green foliage and abundance of dark berries that persist through winter, providing a festive touch to the garden. Steeds Holly shrubs feature a compact and upright growth habit, making them an ideal choice for hedges, screens, or as a specimen plant in your garden. With its resilience to heat, drought, and urban conditions, this holly is a reliable and low-maintenance addition to gardens of all styles. Elevate your outdoor space with the timeless charm and enduring beauty of Steeds Holly. When planting this Ilex shrub, dig the hole twice as wide as the pot and mix rich garden soil in with your native soil, then leave the top of the root ball 1/2 inch above the ground level when filling the hole with soil. Use a slow-release granular fertilizer for evergreen shrubs in Spring.

• Key Feature: Steeds Holly showcases dense, pyramidal form and glossy, dark green foliage, providing year-round beauty and structure to any landscape.
• Mature Size: Reaching a height of 6-8 feet and a width of 5-6 feet, this compact and upright shrub is perfect for hedges, borders, or as a specimen plant.
• Sun Exposure: Flourishes in full sun to partial shade, adapting well to various light conditions while maintaining its vibrant foliage and prolific fruiting.
• USDA Growing Zone: Well-suited for USDA zones 5-9, providing enduring beauty and resilience in a range of climates.
• Landscape Use: Ideal for hedges, borders, or as a specimen plant, Steeds Holly adds timeless beauty and structure to any garden setting.
• Flowers and Berries: Clusters of small white flowers appear in spring, followed by dark berries that persist through winter, providing seasonal interest.
• Foliage: Glossy, dark green leaves create an attractive backdrop and add year-round interest to the landscape.
• Low-Maintenance: With minimal care requirements and resistance to heat, drought, and deer, Steeds Holly is a reliable and hassle-free choice for gardeners.
• Ships from Alabama - Customers beyond the Southeast US should place orders from early fall to late spring to avoid heat damage in transit
• Placing a large order? Consider ordering 1-2 of these ilex plants to ensure that they will meet your specifications before placing the order for the entire project