Protected Series:
Zone: 5BLUE PRINCESS FEMALE BLUE HOLLY
Ilex meserveae 'Blue Princess' PP3675 is commonly referred to as Blue Princess Meserve Holly. This is one of the best broadleaf evergreen Hollies out there. It features an upright, vase-shaped habit with an abundant supply of bright red fruit through winter. Foliage is dark blue-green with purple stems. This is a female cultivar so it will need a male pollinators, such as Ilex 'Blue Prince' in order to produce fruit. One male plant will pollinate up to 5 female plants within 50' of one another.
Blue Princess Holly thrives in full sun to partial shade in rich, acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soils. It benefits from occasional pruning to keep its dense form. Ideal for hedges and foundation plantings.
| PLANT | SIZE | TYPE | GALENA | ADD'L | DIG | SOON |
| ILEX MES BLUE PRINCESS | con 3 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| ILEX MES BLUE PRINCESS | con 3 | 15-18 in | 627 | 0 | 0 | 983 |
| ILEX MES BLUE PRINCESS | con 5 | 18-24 in | 362 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| ILEX MES BLUE PRINCESS | con 7 | 18-24 in | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ILEX MES BLUE PRINCESS | con 7 | 24-30 in | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in fertile, acidic, and well-draining soil, selecting a location that ranges from full sun to partial shade depending on the specific cultivar. These versatile shrubs generally prefer consistent moisture, especially during the first growing season to establish strong root systems, and they benefit from protection against harsh, drying winds. Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood or to shape the plant, which encourages dense, healthy foliage and helps maintain a manageable size. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture and maintain soil acidity, taking care to keep the material a few inches away from the crown to prevent stem rot.
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