Dwarf Yaupon Holly Live Plant - Ilex by Wellspring Gardens - Caffeinated Tea Starter Plant - Outdoor Shrub Collection Garden and Landscape Decor - Perfect for Landscaping with Dwarf Shrubs (2-Pack)

Introducing Wellspring Gardens' Dwarf Yaupon Holly (Ilex Vomitoria), the versatile green giant of the garden world! Standing tall at 10-30 feet when fully grown, it relishes both sunny and shady spots. This perky 3-8 inch sapling arrives ready to flourish under your care, growing into a lush, full-sized shrub. But there's more - this isn't just any shrub. It's a caffeine-producing marvel, with leaves that rival Yerba Maté for a natural brew. With roots stretching from coastal Texas to Virginia, it's a living nod to age-old traditions. Perfect for hedges or as a standout feature, this holly brings both zest and beauty to your outdoor space. Transform your garden into a leafy, caffeinated haven!

• MATURE SIZE AND CARE GUIDE: The Wellspring Gardens' Dwarf Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) reaches a stately 10-30 feet at full maturity. It flourishes in both sunny and partially shaded areas, showcasing its adaptability in a variety of outdoor settings. This drought resilient shrub is well-suited for Zones 7a-9b, thriving in sandy, well-drained soil.
• SIZE UPON ARRIVAL: Delivered as a youthful and promising shrub, standing at a delightful 3-8 inches tall. Nestled in a 3-inch-deep pot, our budding holly plant is poised for growth and ready to flourish under your attentive care. Watch with pride as it transforms from a small sapling into a lush, full-sized shrub, enhancing your garden or landscape with its natural beauty and resilience.
• NATIVE CAFFEINE RICH PLANT: Discover the Yaupon Holly, North America's unique caffeine treasure. This holly plant, related to Yerba Maté, boasts leaves with 0.09% caffeine content, perfect for a natural brew. A true ilex gem, it enriches your garden with both history and energy.
• RICH HISTORICAL ROOTS: Embrace the rich heritage of the Yaupon Holly, a revered plant among indigenous Texans. Thriving as a holly bush from coastal Texas to Virginia, it's a living piece of history. This ilex plant is more than just a shrub; it's a testament to age-old traditions.
• VERSATILE LANDSCAPING GEM: Meet the Yaupon Holly, a versatile addition to any outdoor living space, is ideal for creating dense, green landscaping. Whether as dwarf shrubs, part of a hedge & shrub collection, or as standalone outdoor live plants, it offers aesthetic appeal along with its unique caffeinated edge.