Growing Guide: Yerba Mate

Plant Type:
Tropical Evergreen Shrub, Small Tree

Harvest Season:
Year-Round (Once Established)

Mature Size:
15-50 ft.

Soil & Moisture:
Moist, rich, fertile, well-drained soil 

Light Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Shade

Self-Fertile:
Yes

Growth Rate:
Medium

Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 8-11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+

Propagation:
Medium Pot Size: Grown from micropropagation. Capable of harvest within growing season
Large Pot Size: Capable of production.