The Steeds Upright Japanese Holly is a compact, evergreen with rich green foliage and a tidy, pyramidal habit that brings structure and style year-round.
FEATURES:
- Deep green, glossy leaves that hold color through winter
- Naturally upright and compact with minimal pruning
- Excellent alternative to boxwood in formal or casual gardens
- Tolerant of shearing, shade, and a wide range of soils
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree - does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Use Steeds in rows for low hedges or borders, or as architectural accents at the corners of garden beds or porches. Their upright habit adds structure without taking up too much space and pairs well with perennials or flowering shrubs.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 6–8
- Mature Height: 6–8 feet tall
- Mature Width: 3–4 feet wide
- Exposure: Full sun to part shade
- Spacing: 2.5–4 feet apart for hedges
Steeds Upright Japanese Holly
Bower & Branch Trees and Plants
Ilex crenata 'Steeds'
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The Steeds Upright Japanese Holly is a compact, evergreen with rich green foliage and a tidy, pyramidal habit that brings structure and style year-round.
FEATURES:
- Deep green, glossy leaves that hold color through winter
- Naturally upright and compact with minimal pruning
- Excellent alternative to boxwood in formal or casual gardens
- Tolerant of shearing, shade, and a wide range of soils
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree - does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Use Steeds in rows for low hedges or borders, or as architectural accents at the corners of garden beds or porches. Their upright habit adds structure without taking up too much space and pairs well with perennials or flowering shrubs.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 6–8
- Mature Height: 6–8 feet tall
- Mature Width: 3–4 feet wide
- Exposure: Full sun to part shade
- Spacing: 2.5–4 feet apart for hedges
Why plant Steeds Upright Japanese Holly?
Steeds is a beloved Japanese Holly cultivar, prized for its upright shape and clean look. It’s often chosen as a boxwood alternative due to its disease resistance, tidy habit, and low-maintenance needs. Bower & Branch grows Steeds to maturity so you can enjoy full form from the moment it’s planted.
How to use Steeds Upright Japanese Holly in the landscape?
Frequently Asked Questions
Steeds Holly maintains a neat shape on its own. Light pruning in early spring can help keep its form especially if you're using it in a hedge or border.
Yes. It prefers full sun but tolerates part shade well. In lower light, growth may be slower and slightly less dense, but it will still thrive.
Definitely. Steeds offers a similar look with better resistance to disease and pests. It is a great boxwood alternative for structure and formality.
