Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil' #1

Add height without taking up much width with ‘Sky Pencil’ Japanese Holly. Its slender, upright branches and small, glossy dark-green leaves create a distinctive column of evergreen color. Use it to frame an entryway, bring a vertical accent to a garden bed, or add structure to a narrow planting space.

Unlike rounded hollies, ‘Sky Pencil’ naturally grows tall and narrow, giving the landscape a clean, architectural look without frequent shaping.

Plant details & care

• Botanical Name: Ilex crenata ‘Sky Pencil’.
• Available Size: #1 nursery container.
• Growth Habit: Narrow, upright, columnar evergreen shrub.
• Mature Size: Typically 6–8 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide, depending on growing conditions.
• Light: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Avoid locations that stay waterlogged.
• Water: Water deeply and regularly while establishing, then monitor soil moisture during dry spells.
• Care: Minimal pruning is usually needed. Trim stray branches lightly to maintain its narrow outline and protect from harsh, drying winds.

Each plant varies in height and fullness. The image is representative of the variety, not an exact photograph of the plant you will receive.