Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
- Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 12 - 15 Feet
- Mature Spread 8 - 10 Feet
- Growing Zones 5 - 8
Blue Princess Holly (Ilex x meserveae 'Blue Princess') stands out in the winter landscape with glossy, blue-green foliage set against bright red berries that emerge in fall and last through winter. This broadleaf evergreen shrub reaches 15 feet tall with a dense, upright habit, ideal for creating natural privacy screens or foundation plantings. Purple-hued stems provide an elegant contrast with the foliage. When paired with a Blue Prince Holly nearby, Blue Princess delivers abundant berry production, surpassing other holly varieties in both color intensity and berry set.
A live Blue Princess Holly adds authentic charm and warmth to holiday decor. This shrub introduces striking natural color and texture to holiday settings unmatched by artificial greenery. Beyond the season, planting this holly outdoors increases landscape value and invites birds to your yard. It also makes a thoughtful and enduring gift, symbolizing renewal and appreciation of nature.
Holiday Blue Princess Holly Care
Place your Blue Princess Holly indoors in a bright location with indirect sunlight, maintaining temperatures between 60 and 70°F. Keep humidity levels moderate by occasional misting or positioning a shallow water tray near the plant. Water when the top inch of soil dries slightly, avoiding overly soggy conditions to prevent root rot.
Transition your Blue Princess Holly outdoors in spring by gradually introducing it to outside conditions over one to two weeks. Choose a planting site with well-draining, slightly acidic soil and at least four hours of daily direct sunlight. Dig a planting hole double the root ball’s width, position the shrub at its original soil level, backfill, and water thoroughly. Regular watering during the first growing season will ensure strong root establishment.
Holiday Blue Princess Holly Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 12 - 15 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 8 - 10 Feet |
| Spacing: 8 - 10 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Green, Red |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Blue-Green |
| Seasonal Interest: 4 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought, Salt |
| Attracts: Birds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Blue Princess Holly |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: ILEX X MESERVEAE `BLUE PRINCESS` |
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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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