Ilex Holly (Nelly R Stevens)

Bring structure, colour, and all‑season interest to your garden with Ilex ‘Nellie R. Stevens’ — one of the most dependable evergreen shrubs you can plant. Its rich, glossy foliage stays vibrant all year, while early‑summer white flowers give way to heavy clusters of brilliant red berries that brighten the winter landscape and attract wildlife. Thriving in full sun or partial shade and tolerant of most soils, this holly is a dream for low‑maintenance gardeners. Perfect for wildlife gardens, cottage borders, city courtyards, and anywhere you want reliable evergreen beauty.

This versatile evergreen shines in a wide range of garden styles:

• Wildlife gardens
• Cottage & informal gardens
• City & courtyard spaces
• Low‑maintenance landscapes
• Flower borders & mixed beds

Pruning

Minimal pruning needed — just a light trim in late fall or early spring if you want to shape it or maintain a specific size

Soil Preferences

Adaptable to most soils, but happiest in acidic, moist, well‑drained ground. Tough enough for urban gardens and varied conditions.

Easy Care

Minimal pruning needed — just a light trim in late fall or early spring if you want to shape it or maintain a specific size.

 

Assurance: All of our fantastic trees are sourced from Spain and have been approved by DEFRA (Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs –  disease free).

Sutton Manor Nursey Promise: We aim to be the cheapest, yet highest quality UK suppliers online & in-store. We consistently check our prices so that we are leading with our competitors.  Rest assured, when buying from us, you are buying affordable, high-quality specimens that will last a lifetime.