A bold evergreen holly with striking foliage and year-round beauty
FEATURES:
- Dense evergreen holly with a pyramidal shape
- Rich, glossy foliage with uniquely serrated edges
- Bright red berries offer winter color and wildlife value
- Excellent for screening, hedging, or as a focal point
- Vigorous grower with strong structure
- Adaptable to a wide range of soil and climate conditions
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Plant Mary Nell with a compatible male holly nearby to ensure abundant berry production. Consider using it in a staggered row with other broadleaf evergreens like Southern Magnolia or Cherry Laurel to create a layered screen with diverse textures.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 6-9
- Mature Height: 20-25' tall
- Mature Width: 10-15' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
- Spacing: 8-12' apart
Mary Nell Holly
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Ilex x 'Mary Nell'
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A bold evergreen holly with striking foliage and year-round beauty
FEATURES:
- Dense evergreen holly with a pyramidal shape
- Rich, glossy foliage with uniquely serrated edges
- Bright red berries offer winter color and wildlife value
- Excellent for screening, hedging, or as a focal point
- Vigorous grower with strong structure
- Adaptable to a wide range of soil and climate conditions
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Plant Mary Nell with a compatible male holly nearby to ensure abundant berry production. Consider using it in a staggered row with other broadleaf evergreens like Southern Magnolia or Cherry Laurel to create a layered screen with diverse textures.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 6-9
- Mature Height: 20-25' tall
- Mature Width: 10-15' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
- Spacing: 8-12' apart
Why plant Mary Nell Holly?
How to use Mary Nell Holly in the landscape?
Frequently Asked Questions
No, Mary Nell is a female cultivar and requires a male holly, such as a Foster Holly or Blue Prince Holly, planted nearby for berry production.
Yes, its upright, dense habit makes Mary Nell ideal for use as a privacy screen, windbreak, or hedge. It offers year-round coverage and visual appeal.
Mary Nell is low-maintenance once established. Light pruning can be done in late winter or early spring to shape the plant or control size. Mulching and occasional watering during dry spells help maintain health and vigor.
