Ilex altaclerensis 'Belgica' (Perado) - 30-40 CM BR

Description
The Holly 'Belgica Aurea' (Ilex altaclerensis) is a bushy, large shrub with decorative red berries. The Holly 'Belgica Aurea' also has ovate, dark green leaves with a yellow margin. In a sunny to semi-shaded, sheltered position with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 5 m and spreads to approx. 2.5 m.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Ilex aquifolium ‘Silver Sentinel’, Ilex perado ‘Aurea’, Ilex altaclerensis ‘Silver Sentinel’.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive fruit * Attractive foliage * Tolerates pruning * Low maintenance

Leaves
High ornamental value for its foliage. The evergreen leaves of Holly 'Belgica Aurea' are dark green, ovate, serrated and have a yellow margin.

Frost hardiness
The Holly 'Belgica Aurea' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Holly 'Belgica Aurea' is a bushy, large shrub. It usually reaches a height of 3–5 m and spreads to a width of approx. 2–2.5 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

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

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Fruit
The red berries of Ilex altaclerensis 'Belgica Aurea' are particularly decorative. These appear from October.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.