Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Feature
- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 8 - 10 Feet
- Mature Spread 8 - 10 Feet
- Growing Zones 5 - 8
Blue Prince Holly (Ilex x meserveae 'Blue Prince') stands out for its striking blue-green foliage set against purple-hued stems, offering year-round interest in your garden. Although inconspicuous, its small white spring flowers effectively pollinate nearby female hollies like Blue Princess, ensuring abundant, decorative berry production. Growing slowly to a compact 10 feet tall and wide, Blue Prince Holly is ideal for privacy hedges, landscape accents, or elegant foundation plantings. Its hardy evergreen nature and refined appearance surpass other hollies, making it an exceptional, multi-purpose shrub for your landscape.
Choosing Blue Prince Holly as live holiday décor offers authenticity and charm that artificial greenery can't replicate. After the holiday season, the shrub transitions seamlessly into your landscape, creating a lasting reminder of your festive celebrations. Gifting Blue Prince Holly shows thoughtful consideration for nature lovers, providing recipients with ongoing enjoyment and practical garden enhancement. Through winter's depths, it brings a welcoming touch of nature indoors.
Holiday Blue Prince Holly Care
Indoors during winter, place Blue Prince Holly in bright, indirect sunlight, maintaining temperatures between 60-70°F. Regularly mist the foliage or set the pot near a water tray to provide moderate humidity. Keep the soil consistently moist but avoid overwatering, letting the top inch dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.
When spring arrives, gradually acclimate Blue Prince Holly to outdoor conditions over one to two weeks before planting. Choose a planting location with partial to full sun exposure and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, set the shrub at soil level, fill the hole, and water thoroughly. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture, supports establishment, and protects roots in winter.
Holiday Blue Prince 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: 8 - 10 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 6 - 7 Feet |
| Spacing: 6 - 7 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Green, White |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, 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 Prince Holly |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: ILEX X MESERVEAE `BLUE PRINCE` |
- SKU:
- 1231000212-pc-Holiday
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:
Mini pot
Plant Age:
~ 2-6 months
Plant Size:
~ 2"-4"
Pot Size:
~ 1.9"H x 2"W
Volume:
~ .012-0.15 quarts
Also Known As:
Small pot
Plant Age:
~ 3-6 months
Plant Size:
~ 2"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 2.5"H x 3"W
Volume:
~ 0.3 quarts
Also Known As:
Quart pot
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 5"-10"
Pot Size:
~ 3.5"H x 4"W
Volume:
~ 0.75 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 6-12 months
Plant Size:
~ 8"-16"
Pot Size:
~ 5"H x 6"W
Volume:
1.5 quarts
Also Known As:
Large pot
Plant Age:
~ 1-2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-24"
Pot Size:
~ 6"H x 8"W
Volume:
~ 3 quarts
Also Known As:
'
Plant Age:
~ 2-3 years
Plant Size:
~ 16"-36"
Pot Size:
~ 7.25"H x 10”W
Volume:
~ 4.5-5 quarts
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