Description
Holly Product Information:
Discover the beauty and versatility of Holly, a standout selection of evergreen shrubs that bring year-round structure, color, and wildlife-friendly appeal to any landscape. Our Holly lineup features four distinct varieties, each with its own character and garden potential: Dwarf Yaupon, Dwarf Burford, Nellis R. Stevens, and Carissa. Perfect for borders, hedges, or focal points, these compact selections deliver low-maintenance beauty with impressive resilience.
Dwarf Yaupon – This variety can grow up to five feet tall. This dainty variety of holly grows wider than it does tall and features branches that are brittle and grow very close together. The Dwarf Yaupon Holly is known for its artistic presence in a lot of paintings. Dwarf Yaupon features small, subtle flowers followed by inconspicuous berries; excellent drought tolerance and disease resistance. It’s great for your garden because it thrives in full sun to partial shade, tolerates a range of soils, and provides evergreen coverage with minimal pruning.
Dwarf Burford – A true classic dwarf holly with a compact, broad-rounded silhouette and glossy, dark green leaves. The Dwarf Burford Holly variety grows between 9 and 10 feet tall and is known for being able to withstand the extreme summer temperatures of the South, and can even withstand droughts. Dwarf Burford Hollies are evergreen shrubs. Features include dense branching, sturdy structure, and attractive winter appeal. Dward Burford produces small berries in season on some forms. It’s great for your garden and excellent for hedges, borders, and privacy screens; adapts well to heavy pruning and urban conditions.
Nellie R. Stevens – The Nellie R. Stevens variety of the holly bush can grow between 15 and 25 feet and 8 to 15 feet wide. Perfect used as a barrier or hedge shrub, this large variety of holly can have an appearance of a tree if the lower branches are removed. During winter, the Nellie R. Stevens sets heavy fruit, making it a beautiful holiday display. Features include lush evergreen foliage, strong winter color, and strong disease resistance. It’s ideal for formal or informal landscapes, responds well to shaping, and provides year-round structure.
Carissa – This compact holly variety gets to be between 3 and 4 feet tall. Perfect when used as a low-growing hedge. Carissa is an evergreen foliage shrub with a different texture and a refined, sculptural look. Ir’s mature size varies by cultivar, but often forms a dense, manageable shrub suitable for borders or low hedges. It features glossy leaves, occasional white flowers with fragrant blooms, and a robust, drought-tolerant nature. Carissa adds a tropical touch to warm climates, supports a low-maintenance landscape, and pairs beautifully with other evergreens. It’s evergreen foliage keeps your garden looking polished in every season. From formal hedges to spectacular focal points, these varieties fit a range of design styles.
Easy care
These hollies are bred for resilience, requiring minimal pruning and handling a variety of soils and conditions. They are wildlife-friendly: many hollies produce berries and attract birds, adding life and movement to your garden.
Planting & Care Tips
Sun and soil: most of these hollies prefer full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. They tolerate a variety of soil types but avoid overly soggy conditions.
Watering: establish steady moisture after planting; once established, many varieties are drought-tolerant.
Pruning: light pruning to maintain shape is recommended; avoid heavy pruning in late fall to protect winter interest.
Maintenance: mulch around the base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Our Holly selections are healthy, well-rooted specimens ready to thrive in your garden. We maintain fresh, seasonal stock. Our horticulture team is available to answer questions about site conditions, compatible companion plants, and care routines.
Bring structure, texture, and evergreen beauty to your landscape with Holly. Explore Dwarf Yaupon, Dwarf Burford, Nellie R. Stevens, and Carissa today, and find the perfect match for your garden’s climate and design.
