Ilex J.C. Van Tol - Self Fertile Holly

A slow-growing evergreen tree, well known for its spiky leaves. Holly is tough and robust enough to handle the harshest of environments from dark valleys to extreme coastal locations - though it thrives best with the protection of other trees around it. Berries only come on female plants, so plant several cultivars to increase the chances of having fruit. Ilex aquifolium J.C. Van Tol is a self-fertile fruiting variety, suitable where space is at a premium, but also makes an attractive, slow-growing spiky hedge that clips very well and is an ideal evergreen to include in mixed hedges.

Site: Coastal tolerant
Soil: Prefers well drained
Position: Full sun to shade
Season of Interest: Evergreen, Autumn fruit
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 30ft (9m) Spread: 20ft (6m)