Ilex cr. 'Skypencil' Shade Trees low-branching habit and produces stunning

low-branching habit and produces stunning rose-purple flowers shaped like elongated tulips in mid to late spring before the leaves emerge

This deciduous tree boasts a rounded

It is recommended for hardiness in zones 4-9

but its vibrant flowers and foliage make it a standout plant

making it a fantastic border plant or specimen shrub

Ilex cr. 'Skypencil' Shade Trees low-branching habit and produces stunningThis narrow, upright shrub boasts an elegant, columnar habit, growing tall and slender to a height of 6 10 feet with a spread of 1 2 feet. Hardy in USDA Zones 5 9, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well drained, acidic soil. The glossy, dark green foliage persists year round, offering year round interest without any significant fall color change. Produces inconspicuous white flowers in spring, followed by small black fruits