.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Sky Pencil' Japanese Holly Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil' Description A narrow, upright evergreen shrub with dense, dark green foliage. Its columnar growth habit makes it ideal for hedges, screens, and accent plants in smaller landscaped areas. Suggested Uses Perfect for narrow borders, topiary, privacy screens, and container planting in patios or entryways. Plant Details Botanical Name: Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil' Common Name: Sky Pencil' Japanese Holly Size & Growth: Typically grows up to 6-8 ft tall with a narrow, conical shape Hardiness Zones: 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Spring Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Nontoxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Boxwoods, ferns, other conifers Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during first year. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, well-drained soil. Soil Type: Adaptable; prefers acidic to neutral pH. Humidity: Tolerates typical garden humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Prune to shape in late winter or early spring. Minimal pruning needed otherwise. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winds and heavy snow to maintain shape. Planting Depth: Set root ball at soil level. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch around base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
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