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common yew

common yew

Taxus baccata

tree part shade💧💧 moderate waterZone 3bZone 7b

A slow-growing evergreen conifer with dark green needle-like foliage and distinctive bright red, berry-like arils in fall. All parts are toxic, making it unsuitable for homes with children or pets.

Overview

Form
Pyramidal
Growth Rate
slow
Size
30–40′ tall × 20–40′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

moderate
Zone 3bZone 7b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3b to Zone 7b

pH Range

5.47.8
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5.4 to 7.8

Soil Texture

Coarse, Medium

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

FallWinter

Succession Role

climax

Native Range

Europe, North Africa, Western Asia

Function & Care

wildlife benefithedgerowwindbreakedible

Edible Parts

fruit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting