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Taxus x media

Also Known As

  • Yew

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 5'-20'
  • W: 8'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Taxus x media plant details

Taxus x media is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Taxus x media

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: taxaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 5 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: easy-to-grow, hedge, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Taxus x media

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

These trees can grow up to 20' tall depending on the cultivar. Broadly pyramidal of spreading habit, at times with a central leader. Prefers moist, sandy, acid to neutral loam, but must be well drained. Can tolerate sun or shade.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Taxus x media plant

How to Grow Taxus x media

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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