Evergreen shrubs · English yew
Taxus baccata
Pyramid, Ball and Upright Forms
English yew has dense, dark green, needle-like evergreen foliage and responds well to trimming. Slow-growing and shade tolerant, its trained forms provide lasting structure in formal gardens, entrances and containers.
Forms and Pot Sizes
| Form | Pot | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Pyramid and ball | CLT 35 · 70 | 140–180 cm |
| Upright (column) | CLT 12.5 | Slow-growing |
CLT indicates pot volume in litres (CLT 18 = 18-litre pot). Prices on request; contact us for current stock and prices.
Features
- Common name: English yew
- Foliage: Dark green needles; evergreen
- Light: Sun, partial shade or shade
- Soil: Well-drained; avoid waterlogging
- Growth: Slow
- Important: All parts except the red aril are toxic
Uses
- Formal gardens and axes
- Shady entrances and courtyards
- Rows and living-wall effects
- Topiary in large containers
Care
Grows in sun, partial shade or shade; good drainage is essential. Take its toxicity into account where children and pets are present.
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