.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Blue Maid' Meserve Holly Ilex meserveae 'Blue Maid' Description A compact evergreen shrub featuring deep blue-green foliage with dense, spiny leaves. It produces small red berries and is valued for its ornamental year-round appeal. Suggested Uses Ideal for hedge borders, foundation plantings, and privacy screens in residential landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Ilex meserveae 'Blue Maid' Common Name: Blue Maid' Meserve Holly Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 ft tall and wide, with annual growth of 6-12 inches. Hardiness Zones: 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Not typically blooming, mainly valued for foliage and berries. Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially pollinating insects attracted to berries. Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for container planting Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to dogs and cats if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, berries can be used in floral arrangements Grows Well With: Boxwoods, hollies, and low-maintenance shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Acidic to neutral soils. Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and size. Winter Care: Protect from harsh cold for best berry production. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or nursery. Fertilization: Feed with balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and reduce weeds.
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