Dwarf Yaupon Holly

Name: Dwarf Yaupon Holly
Brand: Flowerwood
SKU: 3172Q
Price: 18.79 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

2 Reviews

| Ask a question

$18.79

Produces rich green foliage and small bright red berries
Matures to 3-5' wide by 2-4' tall
Hardy in USDA Zones 7 - 11
Plant in full sun to part shade

Pot size

2.5 Quart 2.4 Gallon

Product variants

Description

Dwarf Yaupon Holly is a versatile and compact evergreen shrub that brings year-round beauty to your landscape. With its dense, dark green foliage and naturally rounded form, this holly variety is perfect for creating low hedges, borders, or foundation plantings. The small, glossy leaves and a naturally symmetrical shape require minimal pruning, making it a low-maintenance addition to your garden. Dwarf Yaupon Holly is known for its adaptability to various soil types and its full sun and partial shade tolerance. In the spring, inconspicuous white flowers give way to vibrant red berries, adding a splash of color and attracting birds to your garden. Enhance your outdoor space with the timeless elegance and functionality of our Dwarf Yaupon Holly, a reliable and charming choice for any landscape.

Dwarf Yaupon Holly Care Tips

Dwarf Yaupon Holly is a resilient and attractive shrub that adds year-round interest to your garden. Here are some essential care tips to ensure your Dwarf Yaupon Holly thrives.

Sun and Soil

Plant your Dwarf Yaupon Holly in well-draining soil and choose a location that receives either full sun or partial shade. These hardy shrubs can adapt to various soil types.

Watering

While Dwarf Yaupon Holly is drought-tolerant once established, regular watering is essential during the first year to help the roots develop. Water deeply when the soil feels dry, especially in prolonged dry spells.

Pruning

Dwarf Yaupon Holly doesn't require pruning. However, you can shape it in late winter or early spring if desired. Remove any dead or diseased branches to maintain its tidy appearance.

Fertilizing

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth. Follow package instructions for the appropriate amount.

Mulching

Mulch around the base of the shrub to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and insulate the roots from temperature extremes. Maintain a layer of 2-3 inches of mulch.

Planting tips for Acid Loving Plants

Care & Use

Getting Started: Understanding Your New Plant

Review your plant's information on our website or the tag that comes with it. Be mindful of sunlight preferences, soil type, and spacing needs.

Our plants are adaptable but grow best in the correct USDA Zones. Click here to learn more about your USDA Zone.

Planting Instructions

Dig a Hole

First, dig a hole three times the width of the root ball of your plant. This makes it easier for the root system to spread out quickly. Dig the hole deep enough that your plant will sit level with or slightly above the ground around it.

Amend Your Soil

Mix your native soil with rich gardening soil to provide extra nutrients and support plant growth. If your soil is clay-heavy, we recommend mixing your native clay soil with equal parts of Pine Bark mulch to improve drainage and the overall breathability of your soil.

Place Your Plant

Examine the roots. If they appear tightly bound, gently coax them apart; this ensures they can spread into the new soil. Place your plant in the hole so the top of the rootball is even with the surrounding soil—Backfill around it with the amended soil mixture. The roots need access to oxygen for your plant to thrive, so do not cover the rootball; place soil around it.

Mulch Your Plants

Top the soil beneath your plant with 3-4 inches of mulch to help it retain moisture. Be careful not to cover the rootball - your new plants roots need access to oxygen.

Water Your Plant

Soak the plant with a hose afterward to hydrate the plant, as well as get the soil and mulch situated. Develop a regular watering schedule based on your plant's needs and local weather patterns. Remember, over watering is just as, if not more, harmful than under watering.

Spacing Recommendations

Spacing Your Dwarf Yaupon Holly

Space Your Dwarf Yaupon Holly 3 feet apart for a seamless planting. This selection has the potential to reach 8-10 feet wide; however, this can take many years. Plant them 8+ feet apart for space between untrimmed mature plants at their maximum size. Otherwise, space them at your desired distance and trim them once yearly.

Scientific Name

Ilex vomitoria 'Yaupon'
Hardiness Zone

7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Sun Exposure

Full Sun to Part Shade
Evergreen or Deciduous

Evergreen
Features

Drought Tolerant
Feature Color

Green, Multi-Color
Uses

Foundation Planting, Hedge, Mass Planting
Water Needs

Medium
Bloom Season

None

Growing Zones : 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11

Compare with Similar Items

A table comparing the facets of 5 products
Facet	Yuletide Camellia View details	Early Wonder Camellia (Japonica) View details	Taylor's Perfection Camellia (Japonica) View details	Tricolor Superba Camellia (Japonica) View details	Tama Vino Camellia View details
By
By	Southern Living Plant Collection	Southern Living Plant Collection	Flowerwood	Flowerwood	Flowerwood
Price
Price	From $19.98	From $23.81	From $18.98	From $19.98	From $21.99
Description
Description	The Yuletide Camellia is a classic southern camellia, and for good reason! Yuletide is renowned for its numerous medium-sized, single-form...	The Early Wonder® Camellia from the Southern Living Plant Collection is a brand-new selection for 2019! This is a Camellia...	The Taylor's Perfection Camellia is a classic camellia selection that provides some fantastic late-season color! Large, semi-double soft pink blooms...	The Tricolor Superba Camellia (Japonica) brings dazzling color to your landscape in the winter time! This beauty produces delightfully variegated...	The 'Tama Vino' Camellia Japonica is an evergreen shrub with pink to red flowers that bloom in the late fall...

Dwarf Yaupon Holly

Description