Taxus baccata 'Repandens'
Spreading English Yew
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:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.