Yaupon Holly Seeds - Flower Plant

Yaupon Holly is a hardy native evergreen shrub known for its dense glossy green foliage, small white spring flowers, and bright red berries on female plants. It is widely used for hedges, screens, and natural landscaping due to its adaptability and year-round structure. The plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and is highly drought tolerant once established. Ideal for wildlife gardens, privacy hedges, and low-maintenance landscapes.

Features

• Dense evergreen ornamental foliage
• Produces bright red decorative berries
• Native wildlife-friendly shrub
• Excellent hedge and screening plant
• Highly drought tolerant once established
• Low-maintenance landscape variety
• Attracts birds and pollinators

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ilex vomitoria
• Common Name (US): Yaupon Holly
• Seed Type / Variety: Native Evergreen Shrub Variety
• Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree
• USDA Zones: 7-9
• Planting Season: Fall or Spring
• Growing Season: Year-round
• Sowing Season: September-November or February-April
• Germination Time and Conditions: 30-90 days with cold stratification recommended
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy, loamy, or clay soils
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate watering
• Mature Plant Size: 6-15 feet tall
• Plant Spacing: 4-8 feet apart