Taxus, Foundation Yew 'Taunton Spreading'
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun, Part-Sun, No-Sun
Description
A versatile evergreen shrub with a densely compact, spreading habit, bright green emerging foliage is held against dense, dark green needles in spring; a superb garden shrub that takes pruning very well; does well in shade, resistant to winter burn.
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Details
Height: 4 feet
Spread: 6 feet
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Hardiness Zone: 4a
Other Names: Taunton's Yew
Description:
A versatile evergreen shrub with a densely compact, spreading habit, bright green emerging foliage is held against dense, dark green needles in spring; a superb garden shrub that takes pruning very well; does well in shade, resistant to winter burn
Ornamental Features
Taunton Spreading Yew has dark green foliage which emerges light green in spring. The ferny leaves remain dark green throughout the winter. The flowers are not ornamentally significant. The fruits are showy red drupes displayed from early to late fall.
Landscape Attributes
Taunton Spreading Yew is a dense multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.
This is a high maintenance shrub that will require regular care and upkeep, and can be pruned at anytime. It has no significant negative characteristics.
Taunton Spreading Yew is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
- Topiary
Planting & Growing
Taunton Spreading Yew will grow to be about 4 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 6 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more.
This shrub performs well in both full sun and full shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid, and parts of it are known to be toxic to humans and animals, so care should be exercised in planting it around children and pets.
| SKU | Container Size |
| E3150 | #2 Container (2 Gallon) |
| E3160 | #3 Container (3 Gallon) |
| E3170 | #5 Container (5 Gallon) |
| E3180 | #7 Container (7 Gallon) |
| E3181 | #10 Container (10 Gallon) |
* Not all container sizes may be available at this time. See store for details on specific container size availability.
More Information
| Available for Pre-Order | No |
|---|---|
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun, Part-Sun, No-Sun |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Common Family Name | Yew |