Ilex Nellie Stevens 3/4 Standard 150 Litre Pot 150cm Stem 100/120cm Head

Ilex × ‘Nellie R. Stevens’ – 3/4 Standard Holly with Glossy Evergreen Foliage & Bright Red Berries

Ilex × ‘Nellie R. Stevens’ is a superb evergreen holly, grown here as a 3/4 standard with a clear stem and a shapely, dense crown of glossy foliage. Valued for its elegant form and heavy production of bright red berries, it brings year-round structure, colour, and a refined, traditional feel to any garden. Hardy, resilient, and easy to grow, it is an excellent choice for entrances, formal designs, or evergreen topiary planting.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: New glossy foliage emerges; small white flowers attract pollinators.

• Summer: Dense, deep green leaves form a rich, polished canopy.

• Autumn: Red berries begin to ripen, providing strong seasonal colour.

• Winter: Evergreen structure and long-lasting berries brighten the coldest months.

Key Features

• Evergreen beauty – Glossy, dark green leaves with a refined, tidy shape.

• Abundant berries – Bright red berries provide autumn–winter colour and wildlife value.

• Formal shape – 3/4 standard form suits entrances, lawns, and structured planting.

• Hardy and reliable – Tolerates wind, pollution, and most UK climates.

• Low maintenance – Holds its shape with minimal pruning.

Perfect For

• Entrance planting – Ideal for flanking doors, paths, or gateways.

• Formal gardens – Complements symmetrical or architectural layouts.

• Year-round structure – Excellent evergreen shape in borders or lawns.

• Wildlife gardens – Flowers support pollinators; berries feed birds.

• Urban and exposed sites – Tough, dependable, and wind-tolerant.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Best in full sun or light shade.

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil; tolerant of clay or chalk.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Care: Prune lightly in late spring or early summer to maintain shape. Water regularly when establishing, especially in the first year.

Looks Great With

• Box or Ilex crenata topiary – Complements formal evergreen planting.

• Camellias and Pieris – Add seasonal colour beneath the crown.

• Grasses – Stipa or Carex soften the look around its base.

• Winter-interest shrubs – Pair with Dogwoods or Skimmia for contrast.

Ilex ‘Nellie R. Stevens’ in its 3/4 standard form is a refined evergreen that offers glossy foliage, reliable berries, and timeless structure. Hardy, elegant, and easy to care for, it’s perfect for entrances, formal layouts, or year-round architectural planting.

Ilex Nellie Stevens 3/4 Standard 150 Litre Pot 150cm Stem 100/120cm Head Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing White Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.