- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 15 - 18 Feet
- Mature Spread 8 - 10 Feet
- Growing Zones 5 - 8
Blue Maid Holly, Ilex x meserveae 'Blue Maid', is a highly ornamental, tall, pyramidal evergreen shrub featuring dramatic, deep blue-green, holly-shaped foliage without spines. The lustrous, glossy foliage makes a lovely backdrop when this plant produces an abundance of ornamental red berries.
Blue Maid Holly grows in Hardiness Zones 5-8, reaching heights of 15 -18 ft with spreads of 8-10 ft. Blue Maid Holly is bred for winter hardiness and heat tolerance. Birds love its brilliant red berries, and its beautiful branches are quite attractive when used in your favorite seasonal holiday decor. Blue Maid Holly is lovely as a focal point specimen and spectacular when planted as a colorful, blue-green evergreen hedge.
Blue Maid Holly Care
Blue Maid Holly is a relatively adaptable shrub once established. Plant it in partial to full sun; in hot climates, keep it protected from hot afternoon sun; in cooler climates, Blue Maid Holly can handle full sun for 8 hours per day. It thrives in organically rich, well-draining soils that have a slightly acidic pH range of 5.5 to 6.5. Water deeply and regularly during its first year to get its extensive root system off to a healthy start.
Once established, Blue Maid Holly is fairly maintenance-free. Give it a light pruning once a season in early spring to maintain the desired shape and to remove any damaged foliage.
Blue Maid Holly Spacing
Plant Blue Maid Holly as a single, tall focal point, in pairs, flanking an entranceway to boost curb appeal, or as a border for a lovely privacy hedge for year-round evergreen interest. Space plants to allow for the eventual mature spread of 8-10 feet; be sure no obstructions or other plants are between 4-5 feet in each direction from the center of the rootball.
Blue Maid Holly Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8 |
Plant Type: Bushes |
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 15 - 18 Feet |
Mature Spread: 8 - 10 Feet |
Spacing: 8 - 10 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): White |
Flower Description: |
Bloom Period: Spring |
Foliage Type: Evergreen |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, 4 Season Interest |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
Tolerates: N/A |
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies |
Container Role: |
Uses: Borders, Containers, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
Brand: |
Common Name: Blue Maid Holly |
Other Name(s): Blue Maid Holly |
Scientific Name: Ilex X meserveae 'Blue Maid' |
- SKU:
- 1231000359-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
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