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The vast genus Ilex, belonging to the family Aquifoliaceae, better known as holly, comprises more than four hundred species of evergreen trees and bushes, most of which are native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. They grow slowly, can live for more than 300 years, and therefore take years to become trees. They have changed very little since their appearance on Earth, and have experienced major climate upheavals in their environment. This undoubtedly explains their robustness and adaptability. They are basic bushes that perfectly structure the garden during the winter season. Let's not forget their fruits, so cheerful during the gloomy and short winter days, and the perfect harmony of their sharp, dark green branches laden with scarlet berries, softened by a covering of snow.
These plants are not difficult, they just need shade, except for variegated varieties like Ilex argentea Marginata, which need to be planted in the sun, and a deep soil. Hollies tolerate pruning well and can be used in topiary. Some varieties are dioecious, like Ilex aquifolium (common holly), so several plants will need to be planted to have fruits. The latter has given rise to numerous varieties and hybrids with varying variegations and differently coloured fruits. Others are self-fertile, like Ilex aquifolium Pyramidalis. Ilex altaclerensis is resistant to city pollution, Ilex crenata, without thorns, is almost a small tree, one of the largest being Ilex x koehneana, which can exceed 5m (16ft) in height. Ilex x meservae represents a group of hybrids from the USA, renowned for their hardiness and abundant fruit. Use them in hedges, alongside deciduous foliage bushes. Thanks to its persistent fruits during winter, holly is a valuable species for certain birds that feed on them, such as blackbirds and thrushes. There is undoubtedly a holly that suits your garden, whether in a pot, hedge, isolated, in a group, in the undergrowth, or as a border.
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.