Taxus × media 'Densiformis' (Anglo-Japanese Yew)

Anglo-Japanese Yew 'Densiformis', Densiformis Yew

This dense, low, spreading shrub is an excellent basic foundation planting for a hedge, screen or border. The dark green foliage backs scarlet-colored, berry-like cones. A versatile and durable evergreen that provides year-round interest in the landscape and tolerates shearing well.

Plant Type Conifers, Shrubs
Hardiness Zone 4-7
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Height2' - 4' (ft), 3' - 6' (ft)
Spread3' - 6' (ft)
Spacing 72" (in)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Fruit & Berries, Showy
Tolerance Drought, Rabbit
Attracts Birds
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens
Taxus × media 'Densiformis' (Anglo-Japanese Yew) | Anglo-Japanese Yew 'Densiformis', Densiformis Yew || This dense, low, spreading shrub is an excellent basic foundation planting for a hedge, screen or border. The dark green foliage backs scarlet-colored, berry-like cones. A versatile and durable evergreen that provides year-round interest in the landscape and tolerates shearing well.
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Well-Drained, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries, Showy, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Attracts Birds, Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens
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