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Sky Pencil Holly Tree

Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil'

Also known as: Japanese holly, Sky Pencil

Unique columnar growth habit

Evergreen foliage year-round

Ideal for narrow spaces or accents



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Sky Pencil Holly Tree Care

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Sunlight

Plant your Holly in an area with full to partial sun - at least 4 hours of sunlight daily.

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Watering

Water weekly, or more often in extreme heat. Water when the soil is dry 2-3 inches down.

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Fertilizing

Fertilization isn't required for your Holly, but you can apply an evergreen fertilizer in the spring as needed.


One of the National Arboretum's Elite Plants

Why Sky Pencil Hollies?

Famous for its good looks, from our nation’s capital to your backyard, the Sky Pencil Holly is a popular, versatile evergreen tree. Especially since it can be planted as an accent on the corners of your exterior, or in rows for a narrow hedge, or alone as an ornamental.

But no matter how you use it, you can expect hassle-free care. You'll be fascinated by the Sky Pencil Holly's shape - growing skyward naturally without the need for trimming (unless you want to keep them at a specific height). So, if you’re looking for a sleek, updated, stylish look, use these Hollies with their tall, narrow, columnar shape.

Plus, it's one of the few plants whose branches grow upward. And very few shrubs can give you this kind of height without encroaching on nearby plants. The Sky Pencil’s benefits are endless, from its sleek silhouette to its cold-hardy growth, all the way down to -10 degrees.

What is a Jumbo Sky Pencil Holly Tree?

Jumbo trees are the most mature plants offered at Fast Growing Trees. Thanks to their well-developed root systems and large container size of 10-15 gallons, they deliver superior drought resistance, enhanced mineral absorption, and fuller growth. They're the perfect choice for instant privacy and a more established look in your landscape.

Grown in limited quantities, Jumbos are a premium option for those looking to make an immediate impact in their yard.

Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better

But the best part of our Sky Pencil Holly is its strong beginning. We’ve planted, grown and shipped your Holly with care, so you’ll get successful results at home. And our larger trees have more advanced root systems, meaning they will adapt more quickly to your environment while providing faster growth.

Recent increases in demand have left this plant in short supply. Order yours today for fast shipping - right to your door. Create a lush, easy-to-grow look with our Sky Pencil Holly!

Full Planting & Care Instructions

Product Details

    Mature Height:4-10 ft.
    Mature Width:1-3 ft.
    Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
    Growth Rate:Slow Growing
    Botanical Name:Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil'
    Does Not Ship To:AZ, OR
    Grows Well In Zones:5-8 outdoors
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    Growing Zones: 5-8 outdoors

    (hardy down to -10℉)

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    Janet M.
    8/31/2025
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    Love the order you

    Love the order you sent! Beautiful shrubs, so healthy and so green!

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    Danielle P.
    8/30/2025
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    Beautiful!

    Fast growing trees never disappoints. . I have ordered from them several times now and every time have received beautiful plants! Shipped quickly and packaged with great care. . as you can see in the photo I received eight beautiful 1-2 ft sky rockets and they are amazing! Can’t wait to plant them and watch them grow! Don’t hesitate! Thank you!

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    Bruce H.
    8/25/2025
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    Sky Pencil Holly

    They look good. Arrived in fine shape.

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    JAY R.
    8/19/2025

    GOOD JOB

    recieved these trees--perfect for close to the home install. . items were in great shape. already in 4-months see them growing. . well worth the look i was going for. . .

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    Ian T.
    8/19/2025
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    Wood buy again

    No complaints. Relatively inexpensive for the size (3-4 ft @ ~ $45 apiece) and arrived very quickly with all 3 in great, healthy condition. Planted them in the ground the following day. Put them along the side of my porch, fingers crossed they all survive and thrive where they are.

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