Nellie Stevens Holly Care Tips On Growing Nellie Stevens Holly Trees

Sun, Shade, and Soil Nellie Stevens holly can survive in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic or neutral pH of 5.0 to 7.0. Holly can also survive in slightly alkaline soil, heavy clay, dry sand, and almost any other type of soil.

What fertilizer does Nellie Stevens holly use?
How do you prune a Nellie Stevens holly tree?
Where is the best place to plant a holly tree?
How tall does a Nellie Stevens holly get?
Is Nellie Stevens Holly poisonous to dogs?
Are Nellie Stevens holly roots invasive?
When should I prune my Nellie Stevens holly tree?
Do birds eat Nellie Stevens holly berries?
Can you cut the top off a holly tree?
How long do holly trees live?
Will Nellie Stevens holly grow in shade?
Do holly trees have deep roots?

What fertilizer does Nellie Stevens holly use?

The best pruning time is early spring before new growth emerges. Most plants do not need regular fertilizing but optimum health can be maintained with a granular slow release food of a 10-10-10 ratio.

How do you prune a Nellie Stevens holly tree?

Remove any dead, damaged or diseased branches at the base of the Nellie R. Stevens holly. Cut back any over-reaching branches to the first healthy bud. Thin 10 to 15 percent of all the branches, cutting them back to the trunk.

Where is the best place to plant a holly tree?

The best location for planting holly bushes is in well-drained but not dry, slightly acidic soil in full sun. That being said, most hollies are very tolerant of less than ideal locations and will grow well in part shade or dry or swampy soil.

How tall does a Nellie Stevens holly get?

Quickly reaches 15 to 25 ft. tall, 10 to 15 ft. wide. Inconspicuous; prized for foliage and berries.

Is Nellie Stevens Holly poisonous to dogs?

The small, red berries that grow on a Nellie R. Stevens holly shrub may look appealing, they are poisonous to humans and most animals, including household pets like dogs and cats. Ingesting the berries from a Nellie Stevens holly can cause stomach ache, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Are Nellie Stevens holly roots invasive?

Nellie Stevens Holly Root System Invasiveness - Knowledgebase Question. Suzanne, It is like most other plants, not more or less invasive. I doubt the roots will go into the pipes or break them.

When should I prune my Nellie Stevens holly tree?

A good time to prune mature "Nellie Stevens" hollies is in middle to late fall or in the early spring. These older hollies can handle winter temperatures, even with pruned branches. Pruning in fall allows new growth to develop in the spring.

Do birds eat Nellie Stevens holly berries?

One of my favorites is the Nellie Stevens Holly. Named for a school teacher from the 1800s who lived in Oxford, Md., the dense, dark green foliage and prolific red berries make it a favorite of birds and humans alike.

Can you cut the top off a holly tree?

ANSWER: It's better not to remove the top of a tree. Cutting off the central leader encourages branching that produces an abnormally shaped tree. The upper branches of a tree may be several feet apart.

How long do holly trees live?

The Holly plant does grow pretty slow, but can eventually attain a height of around 30-50 feet in a compact pyramid shape. If planted in the right conditions and decently cared for some hollies can live up to 100 years or longer.

Will Nellie Stevens holly grow in shade?

Nellie Stevens holly can survive in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic or neutral pH of 5.0 to 7.0.

Do holly trees have deep roots?

Incredibly hardy, holly plants have an extensive, deep root system that allows them to establish themselves easily and compete well for nutrients and water. Even the hardiest plants can be affected by factors that prevent them from flowering and bearing berries.