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RedCrocus Repandens English Yew | Evergreen Conifer for Gardens & Containers | Low Maintenance, Drought & Deer Resistant | Pet Safe Warning 18/24" w B&B

RedCrocus Repandens English Yew | Evergreen Conifer for Gardens & Containers | Low Maintenance, Drought & Deer Resistant | Pet Safe Warning 18/24" w B&B

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Repandens' English Yew Taxus baccata 'Repandens'

Description

The Repandens' English Yew (Taxus baccata 'Repandens') is a compact, evergreen conifer known for its gracefully spreading branches and dense foliage. It features dark green, needle-like leaves that create a lush, textured appearance year-round. This cultivar is ideal for low hedges, borders, or as a specimen plant in gardens requiring low maintenance and visual interest.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for formal gardens, hedge backgrounds, container planting, and topiary. Its adaptable growth habit makes it suitable for small spaces and as a focal point in landscape design.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Repandens' English Yew Taxus baccata 'Repandens'
  • Common Name: Repandens' English Yew
  • Size & Growth: Typically grows up to 3-4 ft in height with a spreading habit, spreading up to 6 ft over time
  • Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type: Needle-like, evergreen leaves
  • Bloom Time: Generally non-flowering or inconspicuous in late spring
  • Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: No, but provides year-round greenery
  • Indoor Friendly: No, prefers outdoor conditions
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested; keep away from pets and children
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Not suitable
  • Grows Well With: Boxwoods, small ornamental grasses, and other low-maintenance shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained soil and plant in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during establishment.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil preferred.
  • Humidity: Moderate humidity levels ideal.
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly after new growth to shape or maintain size.
  • Winter Care: Mulch around base and protect from harsh winds in colder zones.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as provided in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization: Apply a slow-release evergreen fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Ensure good drainage and avoid overwatering to prevent root issues.
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