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Steeds Upright Holly

Ilex Crenata 'Steeds'

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Overview

The Ilex crenata 'Steeds', commonly called Steeds Upright Holly, is an evergreen shrub with a naturally pyramidal form reaching 6-8 feet in height and 3-4 feet in width. Its glossy, dark-green leaves provide year-round interest, making it a favored choice for hedges and foundation plantings. Hardy in USDA Zones 6-9, it thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-drained soil. Adaptable and low-maintenance, it resists pests and diseases effectively.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–11Type TreeClimate Temperate
Steeds Upright Holly (Ilex Crenata 'Steeds') — is an evergreen shrub with a naturally pyramidal form reaching 6-8 feet in height and 3-4 feet in width
Steeds Upright Holly (Ilex Crenata 'Steeds') — commonly called Steeds Upright HollySteeds Upright Holly (Ilex Crenata 'Steeds') — dark-green leaves provide year-round interest

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Aquifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Steeds Upright Holly (Ilex Crenata 'Steeds') — is an evergreen shrub with a naturally pyramidal form reaching 6-8 feet in height and 3-4 feet in width
Steeds Upright Holly (Ilex Crenata 'Steeds') — commonly called Steeds Upright Holly
Steeds Upright Holly (Ilex Crenata 'Steeds') — dark-green leaves provide year-round interest

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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