Ilex Meserveae Blue Maid Topiary Ball 100cm 150 Litre Pot

Ilex × meserveae ‘Blue Maid’ – Elegant Evergreen Topiary with Winter Colour
(Topiary Ball, 90–100cm Diameter)

Ilex × meserveae ‘Blue Maid’ is a hardy, female holly cultivar admired for its lustrous, deep blue-green foliage and clusters of vibrant red berries in autumn and winter. Expertly shaped into a dense, formal ball measuring 90–100cm in diameter, this evergreen topiary adds instant sophistication and structure to entrances, patios, and formal garden designs.

Highly tolerant of cold and wind, ‘Blue Maid’ offers reliable year-round interest and seasonal colour when grown near a male holly such as ‘Blue Prince’ for optimal pollination. Its glossy leaves maintain a neat, polished appearance with minimal care, making it ideal for low-maintenance yet high-impact planting schemes.

Key Features

• Foliage: Glossy, blue-green spiny leaves with a refined, dense habit

• Berries: Bright red winter berries (requires nearby male for pollination)

• Form: Professionally clipped topiary ball, 90–100cm diameter

• Evergreen: Maintains colour and shape throughout the year

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Buxus sempervirens cones – complementary evergreen forms

• Lavandula ‘Hidcote’ – for contrast in texture and seasonal scent

• Heuchera ‘Caramel’ – warm foliage tones to accentuate berries

• Hydrangea paniculata ‘Little Lime’ – soft floral balance

• Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’ – red stems echo berry colour in winter

Ideal For

• Formal entrances and symmetrical plantings

• Evergreen focal points in garden beds or pots

• Year-round topiary displays

• Seasonal interest with minimal upkeep

Growing Conditions

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Moist but well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK

• Maintenance: Light trimming to maintain shape; prune in late spring

Why Choose Ilex ‘Blue Maid’ Topiary Ball?

• Stunning evergreen structure with seasonal berries
• Cold-hardy and resilient in urban or exposed settings
• Easy-care topiary for high-end garden design
• Perfect for classic or modern planting schemes

With its bold, sculptural presence and rich seasonal colour, Ilex ‘Blue Maid’ topiary is a refined and reliable feature that delivers elegance all year round.