American Holly vs. Nellie Stevens Holly: A Comprehensive Comparison

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American Holly vs Nellie Stevens Holly installed by Pryor's Nursery

American Holly vs Nellie Stevens Holly In the Mid-Atlantic region, particularly in areas like Maryland, Washington D.C., Northern Virginia, and Northern West Virginia, choosing the perfect holly species for your garden is crucial for landscaping success. Two popular options are the native American Holly (Ilex opaca) and the hybrid Nellie Stevens Holly (Ilex x 'Nellie … Continue reading American Holly vs. Nellie Stevens Holly: A Comprehensive Comparison

Fast Growing and Environmentally Friendly: Why Hybrid Evergreen Trees are Perfect for Privacy Screening

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Privacy Screening with Green Giants and Nellie Stevens Holly Installation. Check out our testimonials from raving customers!

Are you tired of your nosy neighbors or unwanted views in your yard? Hybrid evergreen trees may be the solution you need. Read our blog to learn about the advantages of hybrid evergreen for privacy.

Home of the Original Nellie Stevens Holly

Posted on by Wade Pryor, Owner and Botanist
Sun or shade Nellies do well.

   Early this spring a client asked me to plant our Nellie Stevens Holly trees to form a privacy screen at his place in Oxford, Maryland. Wow!! Oxford, Maryland, home of the original Nellie Stevens Holly, is where ~ 100 years ago, gardener Nellie R. Stevens experimented with holly cross-breeding and cultivated a new variety that carries … Continue reading Home of the Original Nellie Stevens Holly