Ilex mutchagara 'Nellie Stevens' Standard
Evergreen shrub which is noted for the rapid, regular growth, abundant flowering and luxuriant fructification. Leathery leaves, elongate-ovate, not very spiny, up to 8cm long and 4cm wide, bright glossy green. Flowers: numerous, in March- April. Large, scarlet red fruit which last until spring. Same growing requirements as Ilex aquifolium.
ShapeStandard
Growth SpeedFast
ExposureSun, Half Shade
Minimum Temperature-20 °C
Flowering MonthsMarch, April
Soil TypeDrained, Neutral, Humid, Sandy
Leaf PersistenceEvergreen
Leaf ColorGreen
Flower ColorWhite
Maximum Height800 cm
Maximum Width500 cm
Characteristics
Size Class3° Size (h < 10 m)