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Yaupon

Ilex Vomitoria

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Overview

The Yaupon Holly, Ilex vomitoria, is an evergreen native to southeastern North America. It stands 15-20 feet tall and spreads 10-15 feet wide, with small, glossy leaves and red berries on female plants. Tolerant of various soils, drought, and salt, it's perfect for hedges or wildlife gardens. It serves both ornamental and practical uses, providing year-round interest and support for local bird populations. USDA Zones 7-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 7–9Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — Ilex vomitoria is particularly well-suited for coastal landscapes; glossy leaves and red berries on female plants
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — this native plant is resistant to pests and diseasesYaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — requiring minimal maintenance once integrated into your gardenYaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — inconspicuous white flowers bloomYaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — glossy leaves and red berries on female plantsYaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — This durable evergreen plant typically grows to a height of 15 to 20 feet and spreads out 10 to 15 feet wide; it serves bothYaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — green flowers in the garden+56

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
7–9

Shape & size

Mature height
10–20 Ft.
Mature width
8–12 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Aquifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — Ilex vomitoria is particularly well-suited for coastal landscapes; glossy leaves and red berries on female plants
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — this native plant is resistant to pests and diseases
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — requiring minimal maintenance once integrated into your garden
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — inconspicuous white flowers bloom
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — glossy leaves and red berries on female plants
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — This durable evergreen plant typically grows to a height of 15 to 20 feet and spreads out 10 to 15 feet wide; it serves both
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — green flowers in the garden
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — inconspicuous white flowers bloom; though it can be pruned to a smaller size
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — preferring well-drained soils but tolerating both wet and dry sites; providing year-round interest and support for local bird
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — making it an ideal candidate for formal gardens or naturalistic designs
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — The plant exhibits a dense
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — These berries provide a valuable food source for birds and other wildlife
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — making it an ideal candidate for formal gardens or naturalistic designs; the plant exhibits a dense
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — It stands 15-20 feet tall and spreads 10-15 feet wide; leathery leaves of the Yaupon Holly are a lustrous dark green
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — It is hardy in USDA Zones 7 through 9; which are followed by a vibrant display of red to orange berries in the fall and winter
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — which are followed by a vibrant display of red to orange berries in the fall and winter; it is hardy in USDA Zones 7 through 9
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — preferring well-drained soils but tolerating both wet and dry sites
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — These berries provide a valuable food source for birds and other wildlife; shrub with green blooms
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — The Yaupon Holly, Ilex vomitoria, is an evergreen native to southeastern North America; tolerant of various soils, drought, and salt
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — It stands 15-20 feet tall and spreads 10-15 feet wide
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) is a versatile native shrub that brings year-round interest to any landscape
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — The Yaupon Holly, Ilex vomitoria, is an evergreen native to southeastern North America
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — It serves both ornamental and practical uses
Yaupon (Ilex Vomitoria) — It serves both ornamental and practical uses; this durable evergreen plant typically grows to a height of 15 to 20 feet and spreads
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