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product_id: 529702562
title: "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 and Bushes"
brand: "wellspring gardens"
price: "A$74"
currency: AUD
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reviews_count: 8
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# 3-8 inches tall Drought resistant Full to part sun 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 and Bushes

**Brand:** wellspring gardens
**Price:** A$74
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌟 Transform your garden with a touch of history and a hint of caffeine!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 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 and Bushes by wellspring gardens
- **How much does it cost?** A$74 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- wellspring gardens enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted wellspring gardens brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **☕ Caffeine Kick:** Harvest your own natural brew with this unique caffeine-rich shrub.
- • **🌿 A Living Legacy:** Embrace the rich heritage of the Yaupon Holly, a plant steeped in history.
- • **🌳 Versatile Beauty:** Perfect for landscaping, whether as a hedge or standalone feature.
- • **🌍 Eco-Friendly Choice:** Drought resilient and low maintenance, ideal for sustainable gardening.
- • **🌞 Sun & Shade Adaptable:** Thrives in various light conditions, making it a flexible garden addition.

## Overview

The Dwarf Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) is a versatile outdoor shrub that reaches a mature height of 10-30 feet, thriving in USDA Zones 7a-9b. This drought-resistant plant, with a youthful height of 3-8 inches upon arrival, is perfect for landscaping and offers a unique caffeine content, making it an excellent choice for natural tea enthusiasts. Its adaptability to both sunny and partially shaded areas, along with its rich historical significance, makes it a must-have for any garden.

## Description

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!

## Features

- 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.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Product Care Instructions | Provide well-drained, acidic soil and full to part sun. |
| Material Features | Natural |
| Color | Natural |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 7a-9b |
| Soil Type | Sandy Soil |
| Moisture Needs | Drought resistant, water 2-3 times weekly. |
| Expected Plant Height | 20 Feet |
| Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |

## Product Details

- **Indoor/Outdoor Usage:** Outdoor
- **Brand:** Wellspring Gardens
- **Material Feature:** Natural
- **Color:** Natural
- **Sunlight Exposure:** Full Sun
- **Unit Count:** 1.0 Count
- **Product Care Instructions:** Provide well-drained, acidic soil and full to part sun.
- **USDA Hardiness Zone:** 7a-9b
- **Expected Plant Height:** 20 Feet
- **Soil Type:** Sandy Soil

## Images

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## Available Options

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Arrived healthy and in great shape
  

*by P***E on Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2024*

Growing a tea plant is a first for me.  As stated above it arrived healthy and strong.  I have had it for several weeks and it has grown several new leaves.  I am growing it to one day use the leaves but for the present and near future it is a very attractive plant with a straight vertical habit and glossy dark green leaves.  I have named it "Mr. Tea!"  I recommend it to anyone who likes plants and growing some of their own food.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Wonderful condition. Great plants
  

*by M***R on Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2024*

They were packed lovingly. It’s easy to see they were well cared for where they grew. I’d buy again. Great plants!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Very healthy little guy!! It's taking off now too!
  

*by C***E on Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2024*

I was apprehensive about ordering a live plant from Amazon. However,  I was pleased by the result. I waited about 2-3 months to write this to make sure it was doing well. It took a while to get going after transplanting into a pot, but then it really took off and is now growing like bigger by the day! Of course Inhave not had enough to drink, bug when that comes, I will update this. One branch went a little crazy and is MUCH taller than the rest. I'm considering making a cutting from it to root so I can have two. Will update with news on that too of I remember. Anyway, I was happy with it! I hope you will be too!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-18*