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Taxus baccata 'Repandens'

Spreading English Yew

Plant photo of: Taxus baccata 'Repandens'
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

This evergreen shrub will grow about 1'-6' tall and has small, needle-like, dark green leaves. 'Repandens' has long, spreading branches that make a 2'-4' tall groundccover and is a useful foundation plant. This is a highly combustible plant.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal

Accenting Features

Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Foundation, Patio

Special Uses

Cascade, Filler, Topiary

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Make sure ponds and water features aren't leaking, splash out is minimized, and water for streams and waterfalls is recirculated.

Keeping water surface areas small and partially shaded will also reduce evaporation.