Growing Yaupon Hollies Learn About Yaupon Holly Care

Plant yaupon holly in a location with plenty of sun. Although it tolerates afternoon shade, you'll get more, and better, berries in full sun. Keep the soil around the shrub moist until it becomes established. Don't amend the soil or fertilize yaupon hollies at planting time unless the soil is very poor.

How fast does Yaupon holly grow?
Do Yaupon hollies grow fast?
When should I prune my Yaupon holly?
Can Yaupon holly grow indoors?
Are Yaupon holly roots invasive?
Is Yaupon holly poisonous?
How do you shape a Yaupon?
How tall does a Yaupon holly get?
How do I know if I have Ilex vomitoria?
How do I control Yaupon hollies?
Can you cut the top off a holly tree?
How long do holly berries last?

How fast does Yaupon holly grow?

Although the overall growth rate of weeping yaupon is moderate, young trees grow more quickly. Young weeping yaupon trees getting established can grow at a rate of 2 to 3 feet a year. A young tree planted in a Florida garden attained a 10 foot height in just two years.

Do Yaupon hollies grow fast?

The native species is somewhat too fast-growing for landscape use, so most of the varieties planted are slower-growing cultivars, including: 'Folsom Weeping': a weeping cultivar that grows 15 to 20 feet high with a spread of 10 to 15 feet.

When should I prune my Yaupon holly?

The plant flowers on new growth, so wait until winter to prune yaupon hollies to avoid cutting off the berries. This way you can add the trimmings to holiday wreaths, flower arrangements and crafts.

Can Yaupon holly grow indoors?

Yaupon holly thrives in nearly any pot, as long as the container contains at least one drainage hole in the bottom. Plastic pots are inexpensive and colorful but they are lightweight and often short-lived.

Are Yaupon holly roots invasive?

Adaptable and hardy, yaupon holly does not have aggressive roots and is an excellent choice for almost any landscape.

Is Yaupon holly poisonous?

Short Answer, Yes. Plants That Poison by Schmutz and Hamilton states that the poisonous parts on hollies are the berries. "The berries of all species are reported to be poisonous if eaten in quantity.

How do you shape a Yaupon?

Trim each branch individually to achieve the perfect round shape. Cut at a downward angle about one-quarter inch out from a leaf so the stub isn't noticeable. Refer to the round object when needed to guide your cuts. Use electric or manual hedge shears instead of pruning individual branches, if desired.

How tall does a Yaupon holly get?

This upright, spreading small evergreen tree or large shrub, capable of reaching 15 to 25 feet in height with a similar spread, has small, grey-green, leathery leaves densely arranged along smooth, stiff, light grey branches (Fig. 1). Plants in the landscape require about 10-years to develop a distinct vase-shape.

How do I know if I have Ilex vomitoria?

Yaupon holly (Ilex vomitoria) is an evergreen tree or shrub that's native to coastal areas of the south/southeastern United States. It's fairly easy to identify by its light, whitish-gray smooth trunk and stems, and by its small, shiny dark green leaves.

How do I control Yaupon hollies?

Using a disposal paintbrush, paint the cut surface with a wide spectrum herbicide. Do this very quickly, within 5 minutes of cutting, as the root will immediately begin to heal over in order to protect itself. The herbicide should get into the root system and begin to kill it and discourage the production of suckers.

Can you cut the top off a holly tree?

ANSWER: It's better not to remove the top of a tree. Cutting off the central leader encourages branching that produces an abnormally shaped tree. The upper branches of a tree may be several feet apart.

How long do holly berries last?

Pictured from top left, clockwise: English holly is a prickly holiday standard that's ideal for use in garlands and wreaths. It lasts up to one week indoors, longer in cut arrangements.