Sky Box™ Japanese Holly
Ilex crenata 'Farrowone' PP #20,049
SKU
07491
Add some architecture to your landscape or container with this narrow, conical seedling of Sky Pencil Holly. Shiny, dark evergreen leaves and tight upright branching make this an elegant formal evergreen for urban patios or for framing entryways.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly in extreme heat for best performance. Requires less water once established.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | I-leks kre-NA-ta |
|---|---|
| Lore | Humane Society of America notes that Ilex berries can produce a toxic reaction if consumed by pets. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 4 to 5 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary |
| Growth Habit | Columnar |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Green Wall, Hedge, Poolside |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly in extreme heat for best performance. Requires less water once established. |
Prefers light, moist, acidic soils with good drainage. Maintains a columnar shape without pruning. If pruning is necessary, shear in early to mid-summer. Protect from winter sun and wind.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-7
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