Protected Series:
#2057
BLUE GIRL FEMALE BLUE HOLLY
Ilex meserveae 'Blue Girl' PP2434 is commonly referred to as Blue Girl Meserve Holly. It is one of the hardiest hollies out there! It features a large, spreading habit with glossy blue-green evergreen foliage on purple stems. Showy red fruit appear in fall and last through winter that attracts birds and other wildlife. A male pollinator is need for berry production such as Ilex 'Blue Boy' or 'Blue Prince'.
Blue Girl Holly is a low maintenance shrub that thrives in full sun or partial shade. It enjoys rich, acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soils. It will not tolerate standing water. It is best to prune 'Blue Girl' in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. It is ideal for hedges or screenings in addition to mass and accent plantings.
| PLANT | SIZE | TYPE | GALENA | ADD'L | DIG | SOON |
| ILEX MES BLUE GIRL | con 7 | 30-36 in | 4 | 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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