Taxus Eddie is a narrow, upright selection of yew prized for its dense, dark‑green needles and naturally columnar habit. Its refined texture and excellent tolerance of pruning make it a superb choice for space‑saving hedges, vertical accents, and formal topiary. Like other yews, it is long‑lived, adaptable to sun or shade, and resilient in urban conditions when given good drainage. In spring, inconspicuous flowers may be followed on female plants by showy red arils in late season (if a male yew is nearby for pollination). All parts except the fleshy aril are toxic if ingested, so site thoughtfully where pets or livestock are present.