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Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo'-Emerald Spreader-Low-growing evergreen shrub 3' w 10 Gallon

Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo'-Emerald Spreader-Low-growing evergreen shrub 3' w 10 Gallon

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Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo'

Description

The 'Emerald Spreader' Japanese Yew is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub known for its lush, dark green foliage. It is an excellent choice for ground cover, borders, or as a specimen plant in a variety of garden settings. This cultivar is valued for its adaptability and resilience, making it a popular choice among gardeners.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use in foundation plantings, as a low hedge, or in rock gardens. Its dense foliage makes it suitable for creating privacy screens or windbreaks. It can also be used in container gardening for patios or terraces.

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 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: Hostas, ferns, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers sandy, loamy, or clay soils.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly in early spring to maintain shape.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base 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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