Nelly Stevens Holly

Question

Hi There,

I have a nelly stevens holly planted across the fence. As you can see in the first pic the main branch is long and have growth at the tip but not in the middle. How do i make it grow dense and wide?

Another issue i have is i have some hollys that have bare branches inside but the end has full growth. How do i make them grow dense inside the plant?

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Answer 1

Both will be corrected with proper pruning. These are ways that no, or improper pruning affect these shrubs. These two articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/holly/trimming-holly-bushes-how-to-prune-holly-bushes.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/rejuvenation-pruning-tips.htm

Answer 2

Thank you BushDoctor for your advice. I will take a look at it.