Ilex 'Steeds' is a evergreen or deciduous holly shrub. A strongly upright, columnar Japanese holly with dense, dark green foliage — excellent as a narrow vertical accent, formal hedge, or space-efficient foundation plant in both sun and shade. Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions. Most evergreen hollies prefer full sun to part shade with moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil. An indispensable landscape plant for hedges, foundation plantings, wildlife gardens, and any situation requiring reliable evergreen structure.