{"product_id":"sky-pencil-holly","title":"Ilex Crenata Sky Pencil","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"552\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eIlex 'Sky Pencil' is a striking evergreen shrub renowned for its unique narrow, columnar growth habit that adds strong vertical interest to the landscape. Its naturally upright form requires little to no pruning, making it an excellent choice for formal gardens, entranceways, courtyards, feature planting and narrow spaces where width is limited. With dense, glossy green foliage and year-round structure, 'Sky Pencil' brings elegance and architectural appeal to both modern and traditional garden designs.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1eye8vn\" data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eSmall, inconspicuous white flowers appear during spring. 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The fruit provides seasonal interest and attracts birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dx7d5c\" data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eA very narrow, upright evergreen shrub with a naturally columnar habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e2–3m high × 50–80cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"stzjt4\" data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers fertile, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and grows best in slightly acidic soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment. Once established it prefers consistent moisture but will tolerate short dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eFrost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent frost tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eWind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for most garden situations but appreciates protection from strong drying winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited to temperate, subtropical and cooler coastal climates throughout Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xwa4r9\" data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"60jsnv\" data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eFeature planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qdxm57\" data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eFormal gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o3afcb\" data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003eEntrance planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bhqtbn\" data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eNarrow screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4wyqq9\" data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eCourtyard gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mll9u7\" data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eContainers and pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17x8sod\" data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003eTopiary accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"29lcyr\" data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003eAvenue planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"24npwy\" data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eCommercial landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003eRequires very little maintenance due to its naturally upright habit. Pruning is rarely necessary but can be carried out lightly to maintain shape if desired. Feed annually with a quality slow-release fertiliser in spring and keep well mulched to maintain soil moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xe9fpi\" data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003e'Sky Pencil' is one of the most distinctive evergreen shrubs available, offering a naturally slender form that fits into spaces where wider shrubs cannot. Its architectural shape makes it perfect for framing entrances, lining pathways or creating vertical accents within formal landscapes. Female plants require a male pollinator nearby to produce berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"h9meh3\" data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2wx60x\" data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003eBuxus microphylla var. \u003cem data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003ejaponica\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1km3i79\" data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003eThuja 'Smaragd'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dm5g8r\" data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003eGardenia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ks17u2\" data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2644\"\u003eCamellia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gnnjij\" data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003eNandina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b7rgy0\" data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2682\"\u003eLiriope 'Emerald Cascade'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cp92zz\" data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003eLomandra 'Little Pal'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p5nxp7\" data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2720\"\u003eMondo Grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wetzwa\" data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003eAzalea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2747\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sky Pencil Holly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2813\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2785\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2800\"\u003eIlex crenata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sky Pencil'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2840\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquifoliaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2853\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cultivated selection of \u003cem data-start=\"2878\" data-end=\"2892\"\u003eIlex crenata\u003c\/em\u003e, a species native to Japan, Korea, China and eastern Russia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medium Sized growing plants","offers":[{"title":"180mm","offer_id":42508007932084,"sku":"3599","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm","offer_id":42508007964852,"sku":"4670","price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/4965\/4708\/files\/ilex-sky-pencil-garden-centre-sunshine-coast.jpg?v=1702793597","url":"https:\/\/www.gardencentresunshinecoast.com.au\/products\/sky-pencil-holly","provider":" Sunshine Coast Nursery \u0026 Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}