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Fastigiata' Upright Japanese Plum Yew 5 Gallon

Fastigiata' Upright Japanese Plum Yew 5 Gallon

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Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Fastigiata'

The Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Fastigiata', commonly known as the Upright Japanese Plum Yew, is a versatile and hardy evergreen shrub. It features a narrow, columnar form with dark green, needle-like foliage. This plant is appreciated for its ability to thrive in shaded areas where other evergreens may struggle.

This plant is ideal for use as a vertical accent in gardens, as a hedge, or in shaded borders. It can also be used in containers and is suitable for urban gardens due to its tolerance of pollution and shade.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Fastigiata'
  • Common Name Common Name: Fastigiata' Upright Japanese Plum Yew
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows to 6-10 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 6-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen, needle-like
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial to full 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: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, and other shade-loving plants

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 rich, acidic to neutral soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; trim to maintain shape in early spring if necessary.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones.
  • 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: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage to the upright form.
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