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Cephalotaxus harringtonia
Also Known As
- Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'drupacea'
- Cephalotaxus harringtonia var. drupacea
- Japanese Plum Yew
Plant type
tree, shrub, conifer
size
- H: 6'-10'
- W: 6'-15'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Cephalotaxus harringtonia plant details
Cephalotaxus harringtonia is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cephalotaxus harringtonia
- Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
- Plant family: taxaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Uses: bonsai, hedge
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cephalotaxus harringtonia
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Cephalotaxus harringtonia
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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aka Cephalotaxus 'Aurea', Aurea Japanese Plum Yew, Korean Gold Plum Yew, Plum Cedar
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Conifer
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Fastigata', Columnar Plum Yew, Fastigate Plum Yew, Fastigiata Japanese Plum Yew, Upright Japanese Plum Yew, Upright Japanese Plum Yew
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Conifer
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 4'-10'
Width: 2'-8'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Cephalotaxus prostrata, Plum yew, Spreading Japanese Plum Yew
Plant Type
Shrub, Conifer
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 3'-4'
- mostly sun - shade
- regular
aka Chinese Plum Yew
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 14'-50'
Width: 14'-50'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Cephalotaxus harringtoniana 'Duke's Garden', Cephalotaxus harringtonii 'Duke Gardens', Cow's Tail Pine, Duke Gardens Cow's Tail Pine, Duke Gardens Japanese Plum Yew
Plant Type
Shrub, Conifer
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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