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Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria 'Stokes Dwarf') growing in South Florida
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Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly — South Florida Plant Guide

Ilex vomitoria 'Stokes Dwarf'

Family: Aquifoliaceae · Shrub

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Itilizasyon Peyizaj

formal hedgemass plantingfoundation plantinglow groundcover massnative landscape

Etikèt Estil

nativeformalcontemporaryflorida friendlydrought tolerant

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Bezwen Dlo

Low2/10

Once established (12–18 months), Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Very low water once established. 1x per week dry season adequate. Excellent drought tolerance — SFWMD exempt. Rainy season requires no supplemental irrigation.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandylimestoneloammoist tolerant

Fertilizer: Light balanced granular or native-appropriate fertilizer. Very low fertilizer requirements.

Schedule: February and September with light balanced granular — optional. Native species performs well without regular fertilization.

Tolerans Sèl

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Wotè Matire
1.53 ft
Lajè Matire
24 ft
Vitès Kwasans
slow
Bezwen Dlo
2/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$
Zòn USDA
7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
7/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

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Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly grow in South Florida?

Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly has a slow growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly safe for pets?

Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly is not safe for pets. Red berries mildly toxic if consumed in significant quantities by pets. Low landscape risk — berries are small and typically not consumed in quantity by pets.

How much water does Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly need in South Florida?

Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Stokes Dwarf Yaupon Holly is classified as: allowed. Allowed and encouraged.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed and encouraged. Florida native — native plant credits eligible.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

Allowed and encouraged. Florida native — Broward County native landscaping credits.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed and strongly encouraged. Extraordinary cold hardiness — survives all Palm Beach County freeze events.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Allowed

Allowed and encouraged. Florida native — Collier County native plant programs.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Florida native.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

Wè Gid Konte →

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