Overview
Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' is a evergreen shrub in the genus Ilex, part of the Aquifoliaceae family. It typically grows around 9.0 m tall. Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include hedges, screens and ornamental. It is native to Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders and Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
About
Ilex aquifolium, the holly, common holly, English holly, European holly, or occasionally Christmas holly, is a species of flowering plant in the family Aquifoliaceae, native to western and southern Europe, northwest Africa, and southwest Asia. It is regarded as the type species of the genus Ilex, which by association is also called holly.
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About the genus
Ilex or holly is a genus of over 570 species of flowering plants in the family Aquifoliaceae, and the only living genus in that family. Ilex has the most species of any woody dioecious angiosperm genus. The species are evergreen or deciduous trees, shrubs, and climbers from tropics to temperate zones worldwide.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ilex
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Full shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Evergreen shrub
- Height
- 9.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Hedges, screens, ornamental
- Native to
- Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
- Toxicity
- Toxic if ingested
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil; tolerant of shade and sun; prune to maintain shape
- Pruning
- Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol'?
Prefers well-drained soil; tolerant of shade and sun; prune to maintain shape.
Where is the best place to plant Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol'?
Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' prefers full sun and full shade.
What soil does Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' need?
Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol'?
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood.
How big does Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' grow?
Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' reaches a height of 9.0 m.
Is Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' hardy in the UK?
Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol'?
Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
Is Ilex aquifolium 'J. C. van Tol' toxic?
Toxic if ingested.
More in the Ilex genus
- Ilex 'Clusterberry' (f)
- Ilex 'Lydia Morris' (f)Holly
- Ilex serrata
- Ilex verticillata 'Winter Gold' (f)Winterberry
