“Nellie R. Stevens Holly should be grown in full sun or partial shade on well-drained, slightly acid soil. Plants are drought-resistant once established.” 2
“The cultural requirements are most likely similar to its parents, which means it adapts to a broad range of sunlight and soil pH. Plants tolerate poor drainage very well, but provide good drainage for best growth. This is a heavy fruiter. Killing point for young roots is 23 degrees F; for mature roots 14 degrees F. This plant is considered mostly allergy free and causes little or no allergy problems in most people. Foliage is heavily browsed by deer.” 3
Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Nellie R. Stevens is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will survive though longer winters with little or no damage.Ilex aquifolium x Ilex cornuta
Nelly R. Stevens
Nellie Stevens