English Yew

Taxus Baccata

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Overview

The English Yew (Taxus baccata) is an evergreen with a dense, conical habit, reaching up to 50 feet tall and 20 feet wide. It sports dark green needles and red, cup-shaped berries. Hardy in USDA zones 6-7, it thrives in well-drained soil and tolerates shade. Ideal as a hedge or specimen, Yews require minimal pruning. Note: All parts, except the berry flesh, are toxic; handle with care.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 6–10Climate Temperate

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — The English Yew (Taxus baccata) is an evergreen with a dense

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — reaching up to 50 feet tall and 20 feet wide

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — It sports dark green needles and red, cup-shaped berries

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — Hardy in USDA zones 6-7, it thrives in well-drained soil and tolerates shade

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — Ideal as a hedge or specimen, Yews require minimal pruning

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — Note: All parts, except the berry flesh, are toxic; handle with care

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — The English Yew (Taxus baccata) stands as an iconic evergreen

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Taxaceae
Climate: Temperate

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English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — The English Yew (Taxus baccata) is an evergreen with a dense

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — reaching up to 50 feet tall and 20 feet wide

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — It sports dark green needles and red, cup-shaped berries

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — Hardy in USDA zones 6-7, it thrives in well-drained soil and tolerates shade

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — Ideal as a hedge or specimen, Yews require minimal pruning

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — Note: All parts, except the berry flesh, are toxic; handle with care

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — The English Yew (Taxus baccata) stands as an iconic evergreen

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — revered for its longevity and versatility in landscape design

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — about 1 to 1.5 inches long

English Yew (Taxus Baccata) — remain lustrous throughout the year

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