About This

• MATURE SIZE AND CARE GUIDE: The Wellspring Gardens' Dwarf Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) reaches a stately 10-30 feet at full maturity. It flourishes in both sunny and partially shaded areas, showcasing its adaptability in a variety of outdoor settings. This drought resilient shrub is well-suited for Zones 7a-9b, thriving in sandy, well-drained soil.
• SIZE UPON ARRIVAL: Delivered as a youthful and promising shrub, standing at a delightful 3-8 inches tall. Nestled in a 3-inch-deep pot, our budding holly plant is poised for growth and ready to flourish under your attentive care. Watch with pride as it transforms from a small sapling into a lush, full-sized shrub, enhancing your garden or landscape with its natural beauty and resilience.
• NATIVE CAFFEINE RICH PLANT: Discover the Yaupon Holly, North America's unique caffeine treasure. This holly plant, related to Yerba Maté, boasts leaves with 0.09% caffeine content, perfect for a natural brew. A true ilex gem, it enriches your garden with both history and energy.
• RICH HISTORICAL ROOTS: Embrace the rich heritage of the Yaupon Holly, a revered plant among indigenous Texans. Thriving as a holly bush from coastal Texas to Virginia, it's a living piece of history. This ilex plant is more than just a shrub; it's a testament to age-old traditions.
• VERSATILE LANDSCAPING GEM: Meet the Yaupon Holly, a versatile addition to any outdoor living space, is ideal for creating dense, green landscaping. Whether as dwarf shrubs, part of a hedge & shrub collection, or as standalone outdoor live plants, it offers aesthetic appeal along with its unique caffeinated edge.

Overview

• Indoor/Outdoor Usage : Outdoor
• Brand : Wellspring Gardens
• Color : Green
• Item Weight : 12 ounces
• Sunlight Exposure : Full Sun
• Unit Count : 2.0 Count
• Product Care Instructions : Provide well-drained, acidic soil and full to part sun.
• USDA Hardiness Zone : 7a-9b
• Expected Plant Height : 20 Feet
• Soil Type : Sandy Soil