The Roundleaf Yaupon Holly typically grows to a height and width of 5 to 10 feet (0.9 to 1.5 meters), making it an excellent choice for small gardens, borders, or as a low hedge. Its small, dark green leaves create a lush and attractive backdrop in the landscape.
One of the notable features of the Roundleaf Yaupon Holly is its ability to tolerate a wide range of growing conditions, including full sun to partial shade and various soil types. It is also known for its drought tolerance once established, making it a resilient choice for different climates.
While the Roundleaf Yaupon Holly is dioecious, meaning it requires both male and female plants for the female plants to produce berries, it is primarily grown for its ornamental foliage rather th
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Origins: |
Southeast N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
5' - 10' |
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Spread: |
5’ - 12' |
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Spacing: |
8’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 10 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Well-drained soils essential. Potential issues include mites, scale, leaf spot, rot, and mildew. Susceptible to leaf scorch or drop if not protected from afternoon sun in hotter climates.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Barberry, Camellia, Blueberry
IMAGE: Nhlord, Yaupon holly berries, CC BY-SA 4.0
