Evergreen Shrub – Eureka Gold Dwarf Yaupon Holly

Eureka gold dwarf yaupon holly 

Botanical name: Ilex vomitoria ‘eureka gold’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes 

Average size at maturity: 4-5 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 6-9

Foliage color: green, yellow, gold 

Growth rate: grows 2-3 inches per year 

Pruning instructions: lightly prune in the late winter/early spring

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings 

Landscape use: hedge, border, container plant 

Special features: heat tolerant, drought tolerant, compact growing habit, attracts pollinators, deer resistant, produces ornamental non-edible berries, native to south carolina 

Light needs: 4-6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top inch of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring

Best time to plant: spring, summer, fall 

Best type of soil: adaptable to most soils 

Companion plants: boxwood, salvia, butterfly weed, beautyberry 

Toxicity level: berries can produce a low-mild amount of toxicity for humans and pets if ingested in large amounts 

Invasive species: no