Sky Pencil Holly

Tags: Holly
Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil'

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.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Mature Size:
6-8 ft. tall by 2-3 ft. wide.
Cold Hardiness Zone:
5-9
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Dark Green
Flower Color:
Dark purplish black berries
Bloom Period:
Inconspicuous
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.

Care Instructions

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.