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RedCrocus Capitata Yew | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Privacy | Pet Toxic, Deer Resistant | Well-Drained Soil | Low Maintenance | Garden & Landscape Plant 5/6' h B&B

RedCrocus Capitata Yew | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Privacy | Pet Toxic, Deer Resistant | Well-Drained Soil | Low Maintenance | Garden & Landscape Plant 5/6' h B&B

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SKU:nse4080-redcrocus

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Capitata' Yew Taxus cuspidata 'Capitata'

Description

A dense, evergreen shrub characterized by its flat, needle-like foliage and slow to moderate growth rate. Ideal for hedges and privacy screens, offers year-round greenery with minimal maintenance.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for formal hedges, foundation plantings, and specimen features in gardens and landscapes. Suitable for topiary and as a low-maintenance ornamental shrub.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Capitata' Yew Taxus cuspidata 'Capitata'
  • Common Name: Capitata' Yew
  • Size & Growth: Typically reaching 4–6 ft tall and wide with a slow, manageable growth rate.
  • Hardiness Zones: 5 to 7
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time: Not typically flowering; valued for foliage year-round
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, with regular pruning
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Boxwoods, Rhododendrons, Ornamental Grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny to partly shaded location.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Adaptable; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH soils.
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape.
  • Winter Care: Mulch around roots in colder zones to protect from frost.
  • Planting Depth: Plant so that the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Fertilization: Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring annually.
  • Special Care: Avoid excessive pruning and fertilization to keep dense foliage.
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