Ilex aquifolium 'J.C. van Tol'

Netherlands.

Spreading, overhanging.

The evergreen leaves of Common holly 'J.C. van Tol' are dark green, lanceolate, glossy, alternate, toothed. They are about 3 - 8 cm in size. Purple-red shoots.

The creamy white flowers appear from May to June.

The red drupes of Ilex aquifolium 'J.C. van Tol' are particularly decorative. These appear from October and are very long-lasting.

The plant is considered self-fertile.

Ilex aquifolium 'J.C. van Tol' is a deep-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.

Preferred location in semi-shady to shady, wind-protected position.

The Common holly 'J.C. van Tol' has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Hedge (pruning), solitary, group planting, topiary, bird food plant

Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

The plant has a medium water requirement.

- Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).