Dwarf Yaupon Holly

Plant in any well-drained to moderately moist soil in full sun to full shade — dwarf yaupon holly is one of the most versatile, low-maintenance native shrubs for Gulf Coast landscapes, remaining permanently at 2–4 feet without pruning in contrast to the standard yaupon (Ilex vomitoria) which reaches 15–20 feet. The dense, mounding form with tiny, dark-green, evergreen leaves creates a refined, naturally compact habit that requires no shearing to maintain its shape. It is extraordinary in its tolerance of challenging conditions: extreme heat, extended drought, coastal salt spray, wet soils, deep shade, and urban pollution are all handled with equanimity. A large-scale mass planting of dwarf yaupon under mature live oaks creates a dramatic, maintenance-free understory planting that will look perfect for decades. Female plants ('Schillings Dwarf' is the most common selection) produce tiny red berries in winter that attract dozens of bird species. One of the few native shrubs that genuinely thrives in deep, dry shade. Спосіб посадки: Висадка розсади Відстань між рослинами: 24–36 дюймів Висота: 24–48 дюймів

Plant in any well-drained to moderately moist soil in full sun to full shade — dwarf yaupon holly is one of the most versatile, low-maintenance native shrubs for Gulf Coast landscapes, remaining permanently at 2–4 feet without pruning in contrast to the standard yaupon (Ilex vomitoria) which reaches 15–20 feet. The dense, mounding form with tiny, dark-green, evergreen leaves creates a refined, naturally compact habit that requires no shearing to maintain its shape. It is extraordinary in its tolerance of challenging conditions: extreme heat, extended drought, coastal salt spray, wet soils, deep shade, and urban pollution are all handled with equanimity. A large-scale mass planting of dwarf yaupon under mature live oaks creates a dramatic, maintenance-free understory planting that will look perfect for decades. Female plants ('Schillings Dwarf' is the most common selection) produce tiny red berries in winter that attract dozens of bird species. One of the few native shrubs that genuinely thrives in deep, dry shade. Спосіб посадки: Висадка розсади Відстань між рослинами: 24–36 дюймів Висота: 24–48 дюймів --- Час посадки: -10–-6 тижнів осіння посадка Plant container-grown shrubs in fall or spring in any well-drained to moderately moist soil in full sun to full shade; dwarf yaupon is extraordinarily adaptable — it tolerates poor soil, wet soil, dry soil, heat, drought, salt spray, and air pollution, making it virtually indestructible in Gulf Coast landscapes. No fertilizer needed once established.