Free specialist delivery on qualifying orders: At Harrod Outdoors, we take pride in delivering top-quality plants directly to your doorstep. Our delivery options are tailored to the size and type of plants you order, ensuring they arrive in excellent condition and ready to transform your outdoor space. We offer free specialist delivery on qualifying orders across most of the UK.
Typical lead time – around 3–4 weeks: Most orders take approximately 3–4 weeks to prepare and deliver. This time allows us to carefully source from our extensive range, prepare your plants to our high standards, and ensure everything arrives in peak condition.
Kerbside delivery only: All deliveries are kerbside, meaning your plants will be unloaded at the front of your property (driveway or kerbside) and will not be carried beyond this point. It is your responsibility to move the plants to their final location once delivered.
Safe place required: Please specify a safe place for box, pallet or van deliveries in your order notes. If none is provided, drivers will leave your order where they deem reasonable. Pallet and large tree deliveries require flat, solid access such as tarmac, concrete or brickweave – we cannot deliver onto gravel, shingle, grass or public roads or pathways.
Be available on the day of delivery: It is essential that you are contactable on your provided phone number in case the driver needs to reach you. If access is restricted, no safe place is available, or the driver is instructed not to leave the order, delivery will fail and additional delivery charges will apply or you may need to collect from the local depot.
Plan ahead: We recommend not booking landscapers or gardeners solely based on estimated delivery dates, as occasional delays can occur due to factors beyond our control. For full details, view our Delivery Policy or contact us for advice before ordering.
If you need help selecting the right plants or have specific delivery requirements, our friendly team is here to assist. You can trust us to handle your order with expertise every step of the way. View our Delivery Policy or Contact Us for more information.
Nellie R. Stevens Holly trees are known for their rapid growth, typically adding 30–60 cm (1–2 feet) per year under optimal conditions. This vigorous growth makes them an excellent choice for creating privacy screens or hedges in a relatively short time.
Yes, these versatile evergreens are suitable for various landscaping projects, including specimen plants, hedges, or privacy screens. Their dense, pyramidal form and attractive red berries add year-round interest to gardens and landscapes. They can reach heights of 6–8 meters (20–25 feet) with a spread of 3–4 meters (10–15 feet), so ensure adequate space for their mature size.
Nellie R. Stevens Holly thrives in well-drained soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. They are adaptable to various soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, provided there is good drainage. While they prefer moist conditions, established plants exhibit moderate drought tolerance.
Yes, these hollies are relatively low-maintenance. They require minimal pruning to maintain their shape and are generally free from serious pest and disease issues. Regular watering during the establishment phase is important, but once established, they tolerate a range of environmental conditions.
No, Nellie R. Stevens Holly trees are evergreen, retaining their glossy, dark green foliage throughout the year. This characteristic provides continuous visual interest and makes them valuable for winter landscapes.
Yes, the bright red berries produced by female Nellie R. Stevens Holly trees provide a food source for birds and other wildlife during the winter months. Additionally, the dense foliage offers shelter and nesting sites, enhancing garden biodiversity.
Yes, these hollies are well-suited to urban settings due to their tolerance of pollution and adaptability to various soil conditions. Their dense growth habit makes them effective as privacy screens or windbreaks in city gardens.
In optimal conditions, Nellie R. Stevens Holly trees can reach mature heights of 6–8 meters (20–25 feet) with a spread of 3–4 meters (10–15 feet). Their naturally pyramidal shape adds vertical interest to the landscape.
Yes, female Nellie R. Stevens Holly trees produce abundant red berries in autumn, persisting into winter. While they are partially self-fertile, planting a male holly nearby can enhance berry production. The berries, though attractive, are highly toxic if ingested by humans and pets.
Nellie R. Stevens Holly is a hybrid between English holly (*Ilex aquifolium*) and Chinese holly (*Ilex cornuta*), combining desirable traits from both parents. Its dense, dark green foliage, rapid growth rate, and prolific red berries make it a standout choice for various landscaping applications.
Plant Nellie R. Stevens Holly in full sun to partial shade, ensuring well-drained soil. Space plants appropriately to accommodate their mature size. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Applying mulch can help retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
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At Harrod Outdoors, we want to provide you with the highest-quality plants and excellent service. To ensure efficiency and keep costs manageable, we’ve implemented minimum order quantities for bare root plants and the smallest size of pot-grown plants (15-30cm). This policy helps us handle the sourcing, lifting, and transportation of these products more effectively.
When shopping with us, here are the minimum order quantities for our products:
| Product Type | Size | Minimum Order Quantity | Order Increment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bare Root Plants | 15-30cm | 100 plants | Step up by 5 |
| 30-50cm | 50 plants | Step up by 5 | |
| 50-70cm | 25 plants | Step up by 5 | |
| 71cm+ | 10 plants | Step up by 1 | |
| Pot Grown Plants | 15-30cm | 50 plants | Step up by 5 |
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