Yew
Taxus baccata
English Yew is an extremely long-lived, slow-growing evergreen that tolerates a wide range of soils and both sun and deep shade. It responds excellently to pruning and shaping, making it a classic choice for hedges, topiaries, and formal garden structures. Keep in mind that all parts of this plant except the red aril flesh are highly toxic to people and animals.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
72″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Allow Soil To Partially Dry Between Waterings Once Established
Soil pH
6.5 – 8
Temperature
-30° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 240″
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Feb 14, 2022 by Nick Marmont (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.