Yaupon Bordeaux Dwarf Holly

Name: Yaupon Bordeaux Dwarf Holly
Brand: Flowerwood
SKU: 31623FL
Price: 17.48 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 5 (8 reviews)

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Dark red new foliage and mature dark green foliage
Matures to 3-5' wide by 2-4' tall
Hardy in USDA Zones 7 - 9
Plant in full sun to part shade

Pot size

2.5 Quart 2.4 Gallon

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Description

Bordeaux Holly, also known as Ilex vomitoria 'Bordeaux', is a stunning evergreen shrub that is native to the southeastern United States. This compact shrub boasts a symmetrical growth habit, making it an excellent choice for borders, hedges, and foundation plantings.

Bordeaux Holly is highly prized for its deep green, glossy foliage, which is spiny and adds a unique texture to the landscape. In the spring, the new growth emerges with a stunning deep red color that fades to a dark green as the season progresses.

This holly is also highly adaptable and can tolerate a range of soil types, including clay, loam, and sand, as well as a range of soil pH levels. It is also highly drought-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for areas with limited water resources.

In terms of maintenance, Bordeaux Holly is relatively low maintenance and requires minimal pruning or fertilizing to keep it healthy and looking its best. It is also highly resistant to pests and diseases, making it an excellent choice for homeowners looking for a hassle-free landscaping plant.

Overall, Bordeaux Holly is a versatile, attractive, and hardy landscaping plant that is sure to enhance any garden or landscape. Whether you're looking to create a formal hedge, a stunning border, or a low-maintenance foundation planting, Bordeaux Holly is an excellent choice that is sure to impress.

Here are some reasons why you might consider using Yaupon Bordeaux Dwarf Holly in your landscape:

Low maintenance: Yaupon Bordeaux Dwarf Holly is a relatively low-maintenance plant that requires minimal pruning or fertilizing to keep it healthy and looking its best.
Attractive foliage: The plant's deep green foliage has a glossy texture and is somewhat spiny, adding an interesting texture to the landscape. The new growth in the spring has a deep red color that contrasts nicely with the darker green leaves.
Drought tolerance: Yaupon Bordeaux Dwarf Holly is quite drought-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for areas with limited water resources.
Tolerates a wide range of soil types: The plant is adaptable to a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sand. It also tolerates a range of soil pH levels.
Hardy: This holly is quite hardy and can withstand winter temperatures as low as 10°F without suffering significant damage.
Versatile: Yaupon Bordeaux Dwarf Holly is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape settings. It is often used as a hedge, border, or foundation plant and can also be grown in containers.

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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.

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