Berri-Magic Royalty Holly Combination
Best all-in-one shrub for gardeners wanting reliable winter berries and privacy.
The Berri-Magic® Royalty Holly Combination is an exceptional evergreen shrub designed to provide continuous visual interest. This unique container planting includes both male and female hollies, ensuring a profusion of bright red berries that last through the fall and winter months. Its dense, dark blue-green foliage contrasts beautifully with blue-purple stems, making it an excellent specimen plant or hedge material that tolerates shearing well. The long-lasting ornamental fruit is perfect for holiday decorating. This adaptable plant thrives in partial shade to full sun and requires average to moist, well-drained soil conditions for optimal growth.
$49.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1635
/ 2688
#1635 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+27%
Above average
Mature Height
10
/ feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking reliable winter color and berry production
- Northern homeowners needing resilient, cold-tolerant evergreen shrubs
- Landscapers looking for dense, year-round privacy screening
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners wanting low-maintenance, hands-off shrubbery
- Small-space owners with limited room for mature growth
- Families with small children or pets near planting areas
Performance breakdown
Pollination Reliability
Integrated male pollenizer guarantees consistent berry production every season.
Year-Round Aesthetics
Dense evergreen foliage provides constant color regardless of the season.
Pruning Versatility
Responds exceptionally well to shearing for formal hedges or shapes.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives across a flexible range of sun and moisture conditions.
Wildlife Attraction
Abundant winter fruit serves as a reliable food source for birds.
Ornamental Utility
Long-lasting berries offer premium clippings for seasonal holiday decor.
Key Specs
Mature Height
10 feet
Mature Width
8 feet
Light Needs
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Growth Rate
Medium
Family Name
Holly
Genus Name
Ilex
Container Size Available
2 gallon, 5 gallon
Features
- Guaranteed berry production due to included male pollenizer in the same container
- Dense, dark blue-green foliage provides year-round visual appeal
- Tolerates shearing well, suitable for formal hedges
- Long-lasting ornamental fruit ideal for holiday decoration
- Adaptable to various light conditions from partial shade to full sun
- Suitable for use as a specimen, hedge, or screen
- Attracts birds
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Berri Magic Holly upon arrival, noting the plants are healthy, well established, and robust. The reliability of this combination set is a major selling point, as buyers appreciate the guaranteed berry production, which transforms their winter landscape design. While the initial investment is higher, the long term performance and visual impact justify the value for most gardeners seeking immediate results and dependable growth.
Know before you buy
Holly plants are dioecious, meaning they require both a male and female plant for pollination to produce berries. By planting them together in one container, Monrovia guarantees that you will get a consistent display of red berries without needing to purchase separate plants.
When fully mature, the Berri-Magic Royalty Holly reaches approximately 10 feet in height and 8 feet in width. Keep these dimensions in mind when selecting a planting site to ensure it has enough room to thrive.
Yes, this variety is an excellent choice for hedging. It features dense foliage and responds very well to shearing, allowing you to maintain a clean, formal shape or a structured privacy screen.
This holly is quite adaptable and performs well in anything from partial shade to full sun. It prefers soil that is average to moist and well-drained to maintain its health and foliage color.
Yes, the ornamental fruit is long-lasting and typically remains on the branches through the fall and winter months. This makes the shrub a great source of seasonal color for your landscape and a food source for local birds.
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