Sky Pencil Holly (15 Gallon)

Graceful, Elegant & Perfectly Southern

Add structure and charm to your garden with our 15-Gallon Sky Pencil Holly (Ilex crenata ‘Sky Pencil’). With its slender, upright form and glossy green foliage, this versatile evergreen is as beautiful as it is functional. Whether framing an entryway, lining a walkway, or adding vertical interest to a garden bed, the Sky Pencil Holly is a symbol of elegance, hospitality, and the art of a well-tended Southern home.

A Plant with History & Heart:
A beloved member of the holly family, this variety has been cherished for its unique columnar growth habit and evergreen presence. Hollies have long symbolized protection, peace, and goodwill—making them a perfect fit for homes where family, faith, and community are at the heart of daily life.

Where It Grows Best:
Sky Pencil Hollies thrive in full sun to partial shade and adapt well to a variety of soils as long as they’re well-draining. They grow beautifully in USDA Zones 5–9, making them a versatile choice for Southern gardens.

Care Instructions:

• Light: Full sun to partial shade.

• Water: Regular watering while establishing; drought-tolerant once mature.

• Soil: Moist, well-draining soil with slightly acidic pH.

• Pruning: Minimal—light trimming to maintain shape as desired.

• Fertilizer: Feed in spring with a slow-release shrub fertilizer.

Complementary Plant Pairings:
Pair your Sky Pencil Holly with boxwoods, gardenias, hydrangeas, or seasonal flowers for a layered, classic Southern garden look.

At Wrights Market, we believe the right plants make a house feel like home. The Sky Pencil Holly brings vertical elegance and year-round greenery, transforming porches, patios, and gardens into welcoming spaces where memories are made.