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Yaupon

About Yaupon

Weeping Yaupon Holly is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to eastern North America. It can reach 15 to 20 feet tall, sometimes as tall as 30 feet, and 6 to 12 feet wide. Red berries are attractive to birds and small mammals. Female shrubs produce red drupes in fall if fertilized. This plant has a high flammability rating and should not be planted within the defensible space of your home.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Ilex vomitoria

Genus

Ilex

Family

Aquifoliaceae

Order

Aquifoliales

Also known as

yaupon, Yaupon Holly and Bermuda holly

How to care for Yaupon

💦 Water

How often to water your Yaupon

Yaupon needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Yaupon in your home

Yaupon love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Yaupon does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Yaupon in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Yaupon

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Yaupon: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Yaupon after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Yaupon is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Yaupon →

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Indoor Care Guide for Yaupon →

Outdoor Care Guide for Yaupon →

💦 Water Needs

Yaupon prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Yaupon requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Yaupon is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

🪴 Soil

Yaupon is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Yaupon →

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When and How to Successfully Repot Yaupon →

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💩 Fertilizer

Yaupon grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Yaupon →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Yaupon grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

Yaupon Lifecycle →

Yaupon Size Guide →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Yaupon can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Yaupon Temperature Tolerance →

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🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Yaupon can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Yaupon →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Yaupon, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.