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Emerald Spreader Japanese Yew-Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo'-Dense dark green foliage 2 Gallon

Emerald Spreader Japanese Yew-Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo'-Dense dark green foliage 2 Gallon

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Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo'

Description

Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo', commonly known as 'Emerald Spreader' Japanese Yew, is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub. It is prized for its dense, dark green foliage and its ability to thrive in a variety of conditions, making it a versatile choice for landscapes.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for ground cover, foundation plantings, and low hedges. Its adaptability to different light conditions makes it suitable for both sun and shade gardens. It can also be used in rock gardens or as a backdrop for other flowering plants.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Emerald Spreader' Japanese Yew
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall, 4-6 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun 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: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Hostas, Ferns, Hydrangeas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, slightly acidic to neutral pH
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay soils
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in early spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid overwatering; ensure good drainage
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