American Yaupon Seeds - Ornamental Shrub / Tree Seeds for Planting

American yaupon is a slow to moderate-growing evergreen shrub or small tree native to the southeastern United States. It is well adapted to warm, humid, and coastal climates and grows in a wide range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils. The plant develops dense evergreen foliage and can grow in shrub or small tree form depending on pruning and environmental conditions. It is commonly used in native landscaping and natural habitat plantings due to its adaptability and resilience.

Features

• Evergreen shrub or small tree with dense foliage
• Adapted to warm, humid, and coastal climates
• Grows in a wide range of soil conditions
• Can be trained as shrub or small tree form
• Suitable for native landscape planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ilex vomitoria
• Common Name (US): Yaupon Holly
• Seed Type / Variety: Native Evergreen Variety
• Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree
• USDA Zones: 7-9
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: March to June
• Germination Time And Conditions: 30-90 days with warm, moist conditions and stratification
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained to moist soils, adaptable
• Watering Needs: Moderate, drought tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 2-6 m height, 2-4 m spread
• Plant Spacing: 2-3 m between plants