Yerba Mate Herb Seeds
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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring to Early Summer
Growth Habit
Upright Shrub
Flavor Profile
Earthy, Bitter
Plant Characteristics
Evergreen Leaves
Use
Tea, Medicinal
Growing Conditions
Warm, Humid
Harvest Advantages
Multiple Harvests
Plant Resistance
Moderate Pests
About Yerba Mate Herb Seeds
Ilex paraguariensis
Seed Names
Yerba Mate, Ilex paraguariensis
Seed Type
Herb Seed
Yerba Mate is a popular South American herb known for its stimulating properties and use in traditional teas. With evergreen leaves and a bitter-earthy flavor, it thrives in warm, humid climates and is valued for both beverage and medicinal purposes.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Planting Depth
1/4 Inch
Sowing Method
Direct or Transplant
Plant Spacing
5–8 Feet
Days to Maturity
3–4 Years
Soil Preparation
Scarify & Soak
Hardiness Zones
USDA 9–11
Water Needs
Moderate to High
Planting Season
Spring to Early Summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 100 Sq Ft
500
Up to 500 Sq Ft
1000
Up to 1000 Sq Ft