RedCrocus Sky Pencil Japanese Holly Ilex crenata- Dense Evergreen Shrub for Privacy & Accents, Container & Garden Plant 2 Gallon
RedCrocus Sky Pencil Japanese Holly Ilex crenata- Dense Evergreen Shrub for Privacy & Accents, Container & Garden Plant 2 Gallon
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$92.00 USD
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Sky Pencil' Japanese Holly Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil'
Description
This compact, upright evergreen shrub features dense, dark green foliage and a narrow, columnar growth habit, making it ideal for vertical accents in gardens and landscapes.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for privacy screens, hedges, entryway accents, and container planting in both residential and commercial landscapes.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil' -
Common Name: Sky Pencil Japanese Holly -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 6-8 ft in height with a narrow, 1-2 ft width; slow to moderate growth rate -
Foliage Type: Evergreen, dense, small leaves -
Bloom Time: Not typically flowering -
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: Limited; best outdoors -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Boxwoods, Yews, and other evergreen shrubs
Hardiness Zones: 6-9
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Provide well-drained soil; water regularly until established -
Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained -
Soil Type: Acidic to neutral -
Humidity: Average to high -
Pruning Instructions: Light pruning in late winter to maintain shape -
Winter Care: Mulch for cold protection in Zone 6 -
Planting Depth: Same depth as root ball -
Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring -
Special Care: Avoid overwatering and ensure good drainage to prevent root rot
