Emerald Magic® Meserve Holly
Ilex x meserveae 'WillEmer'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Emerald Magic® Meserve Holly
Plant Highlights
Emerald Magic® Meserve Holly highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
Growing Zones 5 - 9
A high shine sturdy accent and the deep blue-green, broad-leaf evergreen structure of the Emerald Magic® Meserve Holly (Ilex x meserveae 'WillEmer') is a fantastic backbone for any garden design! Bright and colorful, the dark green foliage has a blue tone and a high-gloss shine!
The serrated edges are pokey like traditional Holly but retain that classic leaf shape. New growth has amazing red stems and red edges, giving the entire shrub a luscious two-tone effect! Dense, bushy, and rounded, Emerald Magic® evergreen Hollies grow to about 4 feet tall and wide, however, can prune to any size or shape! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 5 to 9, this wonderful shrub even displays burgundy-tinged fall color!
White flowers appear and attract pollinators, but Emerald Magic® is a male Holly so there is no messy fruit! Letting the shiny, fine-textured foliage and strong foliage color take center stage and provide a strong presence in the garden for all seasons! This is an excellent male Blue Holly pollinator for Blue female Hollies!
Planting and Application:
A remarkably polished shrub with blue-green leaves, Emerald Magic® is a stand-out specimen or high-style accent. Emerald Magic® highlights any bed or border, and complements any garden style! The pointed leaves offer great defense against trespassers while looking pretty and inviting!
A row of Emerald Magic® sparkles as a privacy hedge or low barrier, or a winding row to define your property. A pair of Holly sentries will welcome guests to your front door, especially since Emerald Magic® fits amazingly as a container plant or into your favorite urn as a thriller!
A steady evergreen presence like this melds with all garden styles and sizes! Faster growing, Emerald Magic® Meserve Holly means privacy with no waiting. The dense growth lends itself perfectly as lush screening specimens!
Plant one as an accent in your favorite garden urn or on a raised berm to further set this amazing plant apart from the rest! Create garden vignettes by planting a curved row of these impressive shrubs around a focal point, garden seating or sculpture! Boost curb appeal exponentially as a low foundation planting. Plus, Emerald Magic® can handle the edge of wooded areas and wildlife gardens without attention from deer!
- Attractive Glossy Blue-Green Foliage
- Traditional Holly Leaf With Small Spines
- Fast-Growing Dense Rounded Form
- New Growth Has Red Stems & Edges
- Broad-Leaved Evergreen With Burgundy Tinge In Fall!
- Small White Blossoms Attracts Pollinators
- Fruitless Male Holly
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Heat and cold hardy in zones 4 through 9, Meserve Holly prefer partial sun in hot climates, while handling full sun in cooler zones. Holly needs slightly acidic soil conditions and can become chlorotic in alkaline. Also needing higher moisture, it must be well-drained soils. Requiring well-watered soil in full sun for best results. Standing up to urban pollution, they're not particular about soil type. Doing well in both sandy and clay soils, Blue Holly won't mind some salinity and are strong against the wind.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Moist Well-Drained Soils
- Easy Care & Low Maintenance
- Little To No Pruning
- Resistant to Salt, Deer, Rabbits & Pollution!
Extremely attractive shrubs like Emerald Magic® are surprisingly low maintenance while adding immense character in return! Order this colorful evergreen today from Nature Hills Nursery and let Emerald Magic® Meserve Holly brighten your landscape magically!
