Japanese Holly - Ilex crenata ‘Sky Pencil’ - Tube / QLD is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Ilex crenata ‘Sky Pencil’ is a unique, ultra-narrow evergreen shrub prized for its columnar, architectural form. With its tightly upright habit and lush dark-green foliage, it’s perfect for adding height, structure, and elegance to modern gardens and small spaces.
✔ Distinctive columnar shape – Grows straight up with almost no width, ideal for tight spaces.
✔ Evergreen foliage – Glossy, dark leaves provide year-round structure and colour.
✔ Low-maintenance – Holds its form naturally with minimal pruning required.
✔ Versatile landscape use – Fits beautifully into formal, contemporary, and Japanese-style gardens.
✔ Cold-hardy and resilient – Performs well across a wide range of climates.
✅ Vertical accent plant – Adds height and drama to garden beds and entryways.
✅ Narrow hedging or screening – Perfect for tight spaces where width is limited.
✅ Formal garden design – Excellent for framing pathways, doorways, or garden features.
✅ Container planting – Ideal for pots on patios and courtyards due to its upright habit.
Spacing: Plant 60 to 90cm apart for vertical hedging or repeated accents; use closer spacing for a tighter architectural effect and consider adding extra plants for maximum symmetry.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn.
Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
How tall and wide does Sky Pencil grow?
It typically grows 2 to 3 metres tall but remains very narrow, often only 30 to 60cm wide.
Does it require pruning to stay upright?
No, it naturally maintains its columnar shape, though occasional light trimming keeps it tidy.
Can it grow in full sun or shade?
It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to different light conditions.
Is it suitable for pots?
Yes, it performs exceptionally well in containers due to its narrow growth habit.
Does it tolerate cold climates?
Yes, it is frost-hardy and suited to a wide range of temperate climates.
Don’t wait, secure your Ilex ‘Sky Pencil’ today and elevate your landscape with elegant vertical structure!
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