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Sky Pencil Japanese Holly

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The narrow, columnar form, is just right for small areas. Dark green foliage holds its color year round, sporting purple berries in fall. Outstanding for use as vertical accent, near entryways or as a privacy screen. Planted in a large container, it makes an elegant, formal appearance. Evergreen.

Photo credit: Doreen Wynja


  • Full Sun

  • Moderate

  • Height
    5—10 feet

  • Spread
    2—4 feet

Availability: Out of stock



Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, shear annually to shape.

Brand Monrovia
Botanical Name Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil'
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Subtype ILEX
Foliage Color Dark Green
Light Needs Full Sun
Water Needs Moderate
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones 5 - 9
Height 5—10 feet
Spread 2—4 feet
Habit Columnar, Narrow, Compact
Special Uses Attracts Birds, Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-Round Interest
Landscape Uses Container, Hedges and Screens

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