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'Viridis' Anglojap Yew-Evergreen Shrub for Hedges and Topiary 3/3.5' h B&B

'Viridis' Anglojap Yew-Evergreen Shrub for Hedges and Topiary 3/3.5' h B&B

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Taxus media 'Viridis'

Description

Taxus media 'Viridis', commonly known as 'Viridis' Anglojap Yew, is a versatile evergreen shrub known for its dense, dark green foliage and adaptability to various landscape uses. This yew is a hybrid between English and Japanese yews, offering the best characteristics of both species.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for hedges, foundation plantings, and topiary work. Its dense growth habit makes it an excellent choice for privacy screens and windbreaks. It can also be used in formal gardens and as a specimen plant.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Taxus media 'Viridis'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Viridis' Anglojap Yew
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 feet in height and width
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs, boxwoods, and hollies

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the ground surface
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic to neutral, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged wood
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid planting in areas with poor drainage to prevent root rot
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