Photo of Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata' form by Fantastic Plants

Photo by Fantastic Plants

Used with permission, all rights reserved

Show all photos

Buy Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata'

Also Known As

  • Cephalotaxus prostrata
  • Plum yew
  • Spreading Japanese Plum Yew

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

#1 Container | $44.99

Buy button links to nursery site for checkout

Fewer than 20 at Conifer Kingdom

More Options

Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata' plant details

Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: taxaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: award-winning, border plant, container plant, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

We independently publish plant data to search multiple nurseries at once. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases when you buy through our links.

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A green, spreading Yew that does well in full sun within Southern States, but otherwise prefers part shade. Once established, it is both drought and deer resistant.
(PROSTRATE JAPANESE PLUM YEW) Very slow growing, supremely elegant conifer, 3-4' high and wide in a dozen years.  Soft, evergreen needles on low arching stems create a uniform mound in moist, well-drained soil, best with protection from the hottest aftern
A prostrate form found by Hornibrook and introduced by Hillier in 1923.
A prostrate, wide growing shrub. Much easier to grow than true yews. Grows well in shade and beneath trees. The wild form of this plant is originally from Japan and Central China. 3-4' spread in ten years. Awards: Georgia Gold Medal Winner. Recommended by: Garden Clubs of America.

By: Fantastic Plants

Slow, mounding growth, soft needles are deer resistant.

Gardening facts about Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata' plant

How to Grow Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals

© 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved