RedCrocus Duke's Garden Japanese Plum Yew Cephalotaxus harringtonia- Evergreen Shrub for Shade & Borders, Deer Resistant, Container Friendly, Low Maintenance Plant, Zone 6-8 3/3.5' w B&B

Name: RedCrocus Duke's Garden Japanese Plum Yew Cephalotaxus harringtonia- Evergreen Shrub for Shade & Borders, Deer Resistant, Container Friendly, Low Maintenance Plant, Zone 6-8 3/3.5' w B&B
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: nse4806-redcrocus
Price: 1512.00 USD
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Pot Size 3/3.5' w B&B

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Duke's Garden' Japanese Plum Yew Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Duke Gardens'

Description

This evergreen shrub features dense, dark green foliage with a soft, needle-like texture. It maintains a compact, bushy habit and offers year-round visual interest. Its graceful form makes it an excellent choice for borders, hedges, or accent planting.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for foundation plantings, low hedges, shaded areas, and Japanese gardens. Its adaptable nature allows it to thrive in a variety of landscape styles.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Duke Gardens'
Common Name: Duke's Garden Japanese Plum Yew
Size & Growth: Typically grows 3-4 ft tall and 3 ft wide; slow to moderate growth rate
Hardiness Zones: Zones 6-8
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Bloom Time: Unflowered or inconspicuous flowers in spring
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Light Requirements: Partial to full shade
Attracts Pollinators: No reliably
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: No
Grows Well With: Hardy perennials, shade trees, and landscape shrubs

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Provide well-drained, organically rich soil with dappled shade for optimal growth.
Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil Type: Prefers acidic to neutral soils.
Humidity: Moderate humidity preferred.
Pruning Instructions: Light pruning to maintain shape; remove dead or damaged branches.
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winds and excessive cold in zone 6; mulch around base for insulation.
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or nursery.
Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
Special Care: Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.