Sky Pencil Holly
Sky Pencil Holly (Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil') is an elegant, narrow, columnar evergreen shrub that adds unique vertical interest to any garden. With its slim, upright growth habit and glossy, deep green leaves, Sky Pencil Holly is perfect for creating a formal look, defining pathways, or adding height to foundation plantings. Growing to a mature height of 6 to 10 feet with a spread of just 1 to 3 feet, it is ideal for tight spaces where height is needed without the bulk of wider shrubs. Its striking appearance makes it an excellent choice for framing doorways and entryways or creating a living privacy screen. Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, Sky Pencil Holly is highly adaptable and can grow in full sun to partial shade, making it versatile for various landscape settings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil but can tolerate a variety of soil types, including slightly acidic conditions. Sky Pencil Holly requires minimal pruning to maintain its distinctive upright form, making it a low-maintena