Emerald Spreader® Japanese Yew

Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo'

This exceptional, cold hardy, evergreen shrub is a perfect low-maintenance choice for ground cover, large scale borders or a low hedge. Strong and sturdy, it provides good erosion control on slopes. The attractive dark green foliage retains its color in the coldest of winters. Evergreen.

Plant Type Conifers, Shrubs
Hardiness Zone 4-7
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Shade
Season of Interest Winter
Height12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in), 2' - 4' (ft)
Spread3' - 6' (ft), 6' - 8' (ft), 8' - 10' (ft)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Great Foliage
Tolerance Drought, Rabbit
Attracts Birds
Garden Uses Ground Covers, Hedges and Screens, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers
Emerald Spreader® Japanese Yew | Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo' || This exceptional, cold hardy, evergreen shrub is a perfect low-maintenance choice for ground cover, large scale borders or a low hedge. Strong and sturdy, it provides good erosion control on slopes. The attractive dark green foliage retains its color in the coldest of winters. Evergreen.
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Winter, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained, Evergreen, Great Foliage, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Attracts Birds, Ground Covers, Hedges and Screens, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers
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Image © Monrovia