Protected Series:
Zone: 5
BLUE 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 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| ILEX MES BLUE PRINCESS | con 3 | 15-18 in | 80 | 0 | 0 | 790 |
| ILEX MES BLUE PRINCESS | con 5 | 18-24 in | 0 | 0 | 0 | 452 |
| ILEX MES BLUE PRINCESS | con 7 | 24-30 in | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune regularly to maintain shape and promote healthy growth.
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