Ilex aquifolium J.C. Van Tol

J.C. Van Tol evergreens

Ilex aquifolium 'J.C. van Tol or Holly 'J.C. van Tol' is a small evergreen tree or shrub with oval-shaped, dark green, almost spineless shiny leaves with purple young shoots and white flowers that are followed by large, bright red berries in great abundance during autumn if planted next to or close by a male variety of Ilex. This strong growing, evergreen shrub would look wonderful planted among the mixed border for architectural interest, against a sunny wall, fence or as hedging.

J.C. Van Tol characteristics

Growing

  • Sex of plant: Hermaphrodite

Climate

  • Cold hardiness (RHS): H6 (to -20C)

Identification

  • Awards: RHS AGM (current)