Ilex vomitoria 'Pendula'

Yaupon

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Common Name: 

Yaupon

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Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

760 cm

Maximum width: 

455 cm

Yaupon (Ilex vomitoria 'Pendula') - Description

I. vomitoria is native to the southeastern United States. It produces narrow, inch-long, shallowly toothed dark green leaves. 'Pendula' bears weeping branches.

Yaupon (Ilex vomitoria 'Pendula') - Blooming

In the spring, tiny white flowers appear at the base of the leaves of the previous year's growth. Berries will only follow if both male and female plants are present.

Yaupon (Ilex vomitoria 'Pendula') - Growth

Holly have glossy leaves that sparkle in the sun and bright red berries, edible by birds. Only female plants yield berries, but a male plant is needed. Green hollies refer partial or full shade, but variegated hollies do best in full sun.

Yaupon (Ilex vomitoria 'Pendula') - Planting

Propagate from softwood or semi ripe cuttings taken in late summer. If growing from seeds, they will germinate after 2-3 years, and will need greenhouse protection during cold seasons.

Yaupon (Ilex vomitoria 'Pendula') - Interesting facts

Branches of I. aquifolium with berries are often used as Christmas decorations, the practice surviving from pre-Christian solstice celebrations. The dense, white wood of the holly is also used for carved decorations and chess pieces (the white ones).

Yaupon (Ilex vomitoria 'Pendula') - Soil and irrigation

Most types prefer acid soils but are otherwise fancied in their preferences and somewhat adaptable. Usually tolerate drought, urban and seashore conditions. In drier weather, you can water weekly by soaking the roots.

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