Ilex Aquifolium J.C. Van Tol | Holly 'J.C. van Tol' - 180-190, 20lt

Ilex J.C. Van Tol is a small evergreen tree of pyramidal habit with light green-brown bark with purple stems when young, dense, broad, oval crown, and glossy, almost spineless, deep-green leaves, olive-green underneath. Small, inconspicuous, white flowers bloom in spring and are followed by masses of attractive, bright red berries in autumn and winter. A self-fertile variety, attractive to birds and bees. J.C. Van Tol Holly is an adaptable plant that grows well in various types of soil, but prefers fertile, hummus-rich, slightly acidic, moist and well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun and partial shade. It is resistant to frost and wind, but needs to be sheltered from drying winter winds. Ilex J.C. Van Tol is a lovely, tough, ornamental plant, perfect as a specimen plant, or for hedges and screens. It is suitable for growing in containers, ideal for patio and roof gardens. Great for informal cottage and wildlife gardens and coastal areas.