Taxus baccata 'Repandens'

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Spreading English Yew

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

This evergreen shrub will grow about 2'-4' tall and has small, needle-like dark green leaves. 'Repandens' has long, spreading branches. With age, this shrub will reach 8'-10' wide and is a useful foundation plant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Poisonous

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Foundation, Parking Strip, Park

 

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Filler, Topiary, Lawn Substitute

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).