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Cephalotaxus koreana
Also Known As
- Cephalotaxus harringtonia
- Cowtail Pine
- Japanese Plum Yew
Plant type
tree, shrub, conifer
size
- H: 5'-10'
- W: 4'-8'
planting zones
- 5a-9a
Cephalotaxus koreana plant details
Cephalotaxus koreana is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. and red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cephalotaxus koreana
- Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
- Plant family: taxaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cephalotaxus koreana
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Cephalotaxus koreana
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- birds
Fruit
- red
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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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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