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Steeds Holly

Ilex crenata 'Steeds'
    25 reviews
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Steeds Holly

Ilex crenata 'Steeds'
    25 reviews

Unique Holly that is Easy to Grow

  • Adds character to your front entrance
  • Great anchor plant for smaller areas
  • Also makes a perfect medium sized hedge
$19.95
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Product Details

growing zone 5-8 Growing Zones 5-8
Soil Type Acidic, Adaptable, Well Drained
Sunlight Full, Partial
Drought Tolerance Good
Mature Height 6-8 Feet
Mature Width 5-6 Feet
Bloom Color White
Shipping Restriction AZ, OR

Need to add a little height to your landscaping? This Steeds Holly is a great evergreen shrub to do just that!

This evergreen holly requires very little maintenance. In the spring small, white flowers form right before the new growth emerges. Its foliage turns darker green with age. You'll experience this color year-round making it a perfect choice for your landscaping.

With such a manageable mature height, this holly is extremely easy to maintain.

Note: We carry male and female hollies at our nursery, and you will need both to produce berries on the female plant. However, hollies are hard to tell apart when they are not fruiting, and we can’t guarantee whether you will receive a male or female. For best results, we suggest planting in groups to enjoy berries on the female plants and lush greenery on both year-round.

Pollination Info
We carry male and female hollies at our nursery, and you will need both to produce berries on the female plant. However, hollies are hard to tell apart when they are not fruiting, and we can’t guarantee whether you will receive a male or female. For best results, we suggest planting in groups to enjoy berries on the female plants and lush greenery on both year-round.
Steeds Holly FAQ

How To Space Steeds Holly

Plant this japanese holly atleast 2 feet from eachother to create a tight knit hedge or 3-4 feet apart for more space and ability to accomodate their 4-6 foot spread at maturity.


How To Shape A Steeds Holly

A Steeds Holly can tolerate pruning well if you want to keep them a certain size or shape. Heavy pruning is best reserved for late winter or early spring for the perfect dwarf tree look.

What Are Good Companion Plants For The Steeds Holly?

Hostas, phlox, and dianthus all pair well with this holly shrub in a mixed bed or as border plants.

Steeds Holly Care

Planting

Hollies tolerate full sun to part sun. They prefer a slightly acidic soil, but tend to adapt just about any well draining soil. After planting, adding a layer of 2 to 3 inches of mulch will help keep the soil moist. Mulching is highly recommended in cooler zones to protect the plant's roots in winter as well. Do not allow the mulch to touch the trunk as this increases the chances of pests and disease.

Watering

Water your Steeds Holly deeply a couple times a week for the first few months. After your Hollies are established, they only need watered during hot, dry spells.

Fertilizing

Fertilize in spring with our special slow-release fertilizer.

Maintenance

A Steeds Holly can tolerate pruning well if you want to keep them a certain size or shape. Heavy pruning is best reserved for late winter or early spring for the perfect Dwarf Tree look.

The best way to prevent disease and pests is by providing the appropriate care for your plants. Proper location choice, watering, and fertilization are the keys to your success. Mites and scale are insects that can occasionally affect the Steeds Holly. These can be treated with horticultural oil. For severe infections the pesticide Bonide is recommended. Avoid saturated soils to prevent fungal issues in Hollies.

Landscape ideas

The Steeds Holly can be used for a number of different designs. Try placing one on each side of your front door for an elegant look. If you have an existing hedge, plant steeds hollies on each end. They will anchor the hedge giving it some character. Get creative, plant your steeds holly then 5 boxwood shrubs, then another steeds holly, etc. Keep the motion going and give it a twist. This is a great shrub for building medium size hedges. Plant each shrub 3-5 feet on center for creating a hedge.

For additional options, be sure to browse our Thuja Green Giant as well as our Evergreen treePrivacy hedge and Privacy tree collection.

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SD
09/03/2022
Sandra D.
United States

The Tree in the Picture is Beautiful

And, I am hoping my trees (all 10 of them) grow up to be just like it. I purchased the trees for a hill at the end of my back yard. The trees arrived well packaged and in good shape. They are planted, watered regularly, and look healthy.

EH
10/08/2021
Elaine H.
United States

This one is Super

Planting tree exceeded my expectations in height, fullness and health. I ordered 3 of these 3 gallon hollies Spring 2021 and they arrived ok - but were smaller than I’d hoped. They all did well until one started dying late summer. I had purchased the 1 year insurance and Planting Tree replaced it with no hassle and shipped this one immediately. This one is a good foot taller now than the ones I planted last spring - so I’m thrilled about that. Except now the height of the other 2 makes the hedgerow uneven. I’m hoping the smaller ones will catch up overtime. All in all a good experience

E
05/10/2021
EH
United States

Steeds Holly are looking hopeful

I ordered 3 Steeds Holly plants as I could not find any in my local plant nurseries. I was unsure about doing this, as I would really like to see them first; I selected the Steeds Holly for its pyramid shape. None the less the price was quite good and they arrived quickly in well-designed shipping boxes. The hollies were healthy and not distressed from shipping. The only thing that concerns me is that they don't yet have a distinctive pyramid shape. I'm hoping that since they are still rather small, they will grow and fill out to a fuller cone/pyramid shape. They've been planted a week now and all three are still green and seem to be thriving. I purchased the 1 year warranty, so if they don't develop into the correct shape, I will make sure to use the warranty. Their customer service was super responsive and helpful when I had questions placing my order.

RR
09/17/2020
Robert R.
United States

Steeds Holly

The trees look great. I cant wait to see them in 5 yrs. Three gallon trees and they are nearly shoulder height. Thanks.

LS
07/03/2020
Loretta S.
United States

Waiting on growth

Overall ordering was great and packaging was great and transit was pass great. They looked great when I got them now they are all in the ground and I’m just waiting on growth .

NC
06/05/2020
Nanette C.
United States

Nice shrub

I bought a steeds holly. It was smaller than I expected. It is very healthy and has already growing. Can’t wait for it to fill in its space.

CF
06/05/2020
Chris F.
United States

Excellent Experience

This is the second time ordering from Planting Tree. Both times have been amazing experiences. Plants arrived on time or sooner than expected and in great condition. I will definitely order from Planing Tree again. Actually I won't order from any other online nursery, and I've tried a few. Planting Tree is by far the best!

SC
04/12/2020
Sharon C.
United States

Just what I expected.

Ordering was easy and the products are beautiful. Shrubs are big enough to allow me to plan the next move of my curb appeal. They arrived well packaged and alive. So far so good. I liked them enough to order more plantings from the Planting Tree.

NM
11/29/2019
Nancy M.
United States

Perfection!

Excellent customer care. I emailed and they responded quickly. The plants were as requested and they were packaged extremely well. Healthy and happy! Very good quality

JR
11/13/2019
Jaafar R.
United States

Another amazing plant purchase!

I love this nursery. This is outstanding. A few years ago I bought 3 flowering forest pansy redbuds that were perfect on arrival. This time I got two holly Ilyx cone shaped trees that were also perfectly packed and immediately planted and loving their new home. I live in denver and our autumn was especially wintry so buying from an online nursery was a MUST to save time and find exactly what I needed. They both sit at the base of my front steps as a grand addition to my front door curb appeal. Looking forward to these babies fluffing our more but they were great in size and shape and are taking very well to the new environment. Thank you Planting Tree!!! You’re our FAVORITE NURSERY!! Fast, massive beautiful selection, most importantly packed with care and saving me TIME looking for what I need!!! I’ll be back soon for more beautiful plants, trees and shrubs!!