3 gallon. The only caffeinated plant native to North America, Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) has small, evergreen leaves that can be brewed raw or roasted for a refreshing tea. Female plants have winter berries that are toxic to humans, but provide for wildlife and winter color.
Naturally grows as clumps of small trunks, or you can keep pruned to a few trunks for a nice visual statement.
Full sun - Part shade
Regular water to establish, then drought tolerant
10'-20' tall x 8'-15' wide
3 gallon. The only caffeinated plant native to North America, Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) has small, evergreen leaves that can be brewed raw or roasted for a refreshing tea. Female plants have winter berries that are toxic to humans, but provide for wildlife and winter color.
Naturally grows as clumps of small trunks, or you can keep pruned to a few trunks for a nice visual statement.
Full sun - Part shade
Regular water to establish, then drought tolerant
10'-20' tall x 8'-15' wide