Description
Introducing the captivating Japanese Holly – Sky Pencil (Botanical Name: Ilex Crenata Sky Pencil). This unique evergreen shrub boasts an extremely upright and narrow growth habit, making it a superb choice for small-scale articulation in garden designs. Its columnar form adds a dynamic level of interest to any landscape, creating a striking vertical accent.
Sky Pencil Japanese Holly features dark green evergreen foliage with small glossy oval leaves that remain lush and vibrant throughout the winter months. Its fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants, adding a touch of elegance to your garden. Plus, when planted with a male variety nearby, it produces black berries from mid-fall to late winter, attracting birds to your yard.
While this shrub requires regular watering and it thrives in full sun to partial shade. It preferswell draining, rich, acidic soils and is highly tolerant of urban pollution, making it suitable for various garden settings. With a slow growth rate, Sky Pencil Japanese Holly reaches about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 24 inches.
Perfect for vertical accents, hedges, or general garden use, this versatile shrub is a fantastic addition to any landscape. Its low-maintenance nature and longevity make it a reliable choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and functionality. Enhance your outdoor space with the exquisite Japanese Holly – Sky Pencil and enjoy its stunning presence for years to come!
Each plant comes in a #10 (10 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Ilex Crenata Sky Pencil
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: regular watering
Soil: acidic, well draining soil
Zone: 6 – 8
Plant Shape: columnar
Plant Type: evergreen shrub
Mature Size: height (8'), width (24″)
Blooming Season: spring
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