Berri-Magic® Royalty Holly Combination

Ilex x meserveae ''Blue Prince' & 'Blue Princess''

Pronunciation: I-leks MESS-erv-ay
SKU #04513
5-9

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A profusion of bright red berries fall through winter is assured because a male pollenizer is planted in the same container. Dense, dark blue-green foliage on blue-purple stems creates a beautiful specimen or hedge; tolerates shearing well. Long lasting ornamental fruit is great for use as a holiday decoration. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9

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Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Ornamental Berries, Pollenizer, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsRabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitUpright
Landscape UseBarrier, Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen
Design IdeasNo pollinator is needed to enjoy the spectacular berries of this Holly. Its foliage makes a perfect backdrop for light-colored plants. Plant as single specimen (gorgeous under snowfall) or line it up for a reliably dense hedge. Use to soften unsightly corners of fences or buildings, or plant at the back of shrub and perennial borders for reliable year-round foliage. Leave unsheared to attain full height and width for screens or to disguise utilities.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsLily of the Valley (Pieris); Snowberry (Symphoricarpus); Azalea (Azalea); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea)
Care InstructionsThrives in organically rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
LoreHolly has long been a favorite red berried evergreen for holiday decorating.
Details
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Ornamental Berries, Pollenizer, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsRabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitUpright
Style
Landscape UseBarrier, Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen
Design IdeasNo pollinator is needed to enjoy the spectacular berries of this Holly. Its foliage makes a perfect backdrop for light-colored plants. Plant as single specimen (gorgeous under snowfall) or line it up for a reliably dense hedge. Use to soften unsightly corners of fences or buildings, or plant at the back of shrub and perennial borders for reliable year-round foliage. Leave unsheared to attain full height and width for screens or to disguise utilities.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsLily of the Valley (Pieris); Snowberry (Symphoricarpus); Azalea (Azalea); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in organically rich, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
History
LoreHolly has long been a favorite red berried evergreen for holiday decorating.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.