Glow Stick Japanese holly

Glow Stick® Japanese holly is the named selection Ilex crenata 'NCIC2' (USPP 36,325), with a narrow columnar habit and yellow-and-green evergreen foliage. The [official Proven Winners page](https://api.provenwinners.com/plants/ilex/glow-stick-japanese-holly-ilex-crenata) gives a mature range of 4–6 feet tall by 12 inches wide, USDA zones 5–9, and full sun to part shade exposure. ## Landscape Use Use Glow Stick as a slender hedge, border accent, mass planting, or container thriller. Its one-foot spread gives a vertical accent where planting space is limited, and the cultivar brings year-round foliage interest to gardens and containers. ## Site and Growing Conditions Plant in full sun or part shade. It prefers moist, acidic soil with good drainage; its water category is average. The gold foliage holds its color through winter and full sun according to the official product page. ## Maintenance Pruning is seldom needed, though the column may be shaped in late winter. The source recommends an evergreen fertilizer in spring; follow the product label for application rates.