Patio Blue Holly Tree | Ilex meserveae 'Blue Maid'

With its rich dark green foliage, taking on almost-blue hues, 'Blue Maid' is understandably one of the more desirable holly varieties out there. Trained as a patio tree, this lollipop 'standard' comprises a clear stem alongside a neat, bushy head of foliage, atop which dainty white flowers and lush red berries are produced. This is a famously tough holly, thought, in fact, to be one of the very hardiest varieties out there, easily withstanding temperatures of below -20°C. It's also more tolerant to pollution levels than many, making it an ideal pick for urban gardens. Just whack it out on the courtyard, then sit back and admire! We'd recommend planting two of these trees as a duo, placing your trees astride a doorway or porch to give your garden a touch of formal elegance.