Yaupon Tea Plant Seeds - Ornamental Shrub Tree Seeds for Planting

Yaupon Holly is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to North America, valued for its glossy green foliage and adaptability to a wide range of growing conditions. It is commonly grown in home gardens and landscape plantings and is known for its use as a traditional plant for herbal infusions. The plant thrives in warm climates and grows well in full sun to partial shade. It is suitable for hedges, wildlife gardens, and natural landscape settings due to its hardy and low-maintenance growth habit.

Features

• Evergreen shrub or small tree
• Glossy green foliage with seasonal berries
• Suitable for hedges and landscape planting
• Adapted to a wide range of soil conditions
• Native, hardy, and low-maintenance plant
• Performs well in full sun to partial shade
• Suitable for ornamental and garden use

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ilex vomitoria
• Common Name (US): Yaupon Holly
• Seed Type / Variety: Tea Plant Variety
• Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree
• USDA Zones: 7-9
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Year-round in suitable climates
• Sowing Season: Spring and Fall
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: March-May and September-November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 30-90 days; warm temperatures with cold stratification often beneficial
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy to loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate watering; drought tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 10-20 feet tall, 6-15 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 6-10 feet apart