Green Lustre Holly
Best low-maintenance evergreen for creating dense, year-round privacy screens.
The Green Lustre Holly is a broadleaf evergreen shrub celebrated for its dense, upright form and exceptionally glossy, dark green foliage, offering year-round structure. Typically reaching 3-4 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide, it's perfect for hedges, screens, or foundation plantings. This adaptable holly thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil. Female plants provide a beautiful display of bright red berries in the fall and winter, adding seasonal charm. Its classic appearance and low-maintenance nature make it an elegant and versatile landscape choice.
$39.99
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Category Rank
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#785 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Mature Height
34
/ to feet
Who it's for
- Busy landscapers wanting a low-maintenance, pest-resistant evergreen
- Homeowners seeking year-round privacy and property line screening
- Gardeners living in regions with harsh, freezing winter climates
Who should skip it
- Casual gardeners who prefer handling plants without protective gear
- Impatient gardeners needing an immediate, fast-growing privacy hedge
- Decorators looking for festive red berries for winter color
Performance breakdown
Foliage Density
Thick, glossy leaves create a substantial, high-quality privacy screen.
Seasonal Interest
Vibrant red berries provide essential color during dormant winter months.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal pruning to maintain its naturally tidy, upright form.
Landscape Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to foundation plantings, hedges, or standalone garden accents.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives across varied light conditions from full sun to partial shade.
Growth Predictability
Consistent mature dimensions ensure reliable planning for small garden spaces.
Key Specs
Mature Height
3 to 4 feet
Mature Spread
5 to 6 feet
Foliage Type
Broadleaf Evergreen
Growth Habit
Upright
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Soil Type Preference
Well-Drained
Bloom Season
Fall, Winter
Container Size
3 gal
Features
- Glossy, dark green leaves provide year-round color.
- Dense, upright growth ideal for screening and hedges.
- Produces attractive red berries in fall and winter.
- Tolerates full sun to partial shade.
- Low-maintenance care for easy upkeep.
- Classic foliage for timeless appeal.
- Adaptable to various landscape designs.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and health of the Green Lustre Holly upon arrival. Reviewers frequently note the vibrant, glossy foliage and robust root systems, suggesting excellent nursery care. The plant's reliability and hardiness are also major selling points, with many buyers reporting successful establishment and vigorous growth even in challenging conditions. This product delivers on its promise of lasting green appeal, making it a highly recommended choice for landscape enthusiasts seeking dependable evergreen structure.
Know before you buy
Since the Green Lustre Holly reaches a mature spread of 5 to 6 feet, you should space them approximately 4 to 5 feet apart on center to allow for a dense, overlapping screen once they reach maturity.
The Green Lustre Holly is dioecious, meaning it requires a male pollinator nearby to produce the signature red berries. If you want the seasonal color, ensure you have a compatible male holly variety planted in the vicinity.
This variety has a naturally dense, upright growth habit, so it requires very little maintenance. You can lightly prune it in late winter or early spring if you want to encourage a tighter form or manage its size.
The Green Lustre Holly prefers well-drained soil and may struggle in heavy, waterlogged clay. If your soil is dense, consider amending the planting area with organic matter or planting on a slight mound to improve drainage.
While it is primarily designed for landscape use, it can be kept in a large container for a few seasons. However, because it grows up to 6 feet wide, it will eventually require transplanting into the ground to thrive long-term.
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