Irish Yew
Taxus baccata 'Stricta'
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A striking, extremely narrow columnar conifer with dark green foliage, perfect for formal gardens and tight spaces. Though technically a conifer, it produces bright red berry-like arils in late summer.
Why grow it
Irish Yew offers narrow vertical form in a genus where most species spread considerably wider, making it useful where columnar conifers are needed in constrained spaces. Unlike many narrow cultivars that require consistent moisture or struggle in poor soils, Taxus baccata 'Stricta' tolerates a range of soil conditions and performs adequately in partial shade, broadening its application in mixed plantings.
Watch out for
This cultivar can become leggy or thin if heavily shaded, and may benefit from occasional light pruning to maintain density. In warmer or drier climates, establishment can be slow, so consistent moisture during the first growing season supports better outcomes.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Taxaceae
Native Range
Europe, western Asia, North Africa
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A striking, extremely narrow columnar conifer with dark green foliage, perfect for formal gardens and tight spaces. Though technically a conifer, it produces bright red berry-like arils in late summer.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Irish Yew grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Irish Yew offers narrow vertical form in a genus where most species spread considerably wider, making it useful where columnar conifers are needed in constrained spaces. Unlike many narrow cultivars that require consistent moisture or struggle in poor soils, Taxus baccata 'Stricta' tolerates a range of soil conditions and performs adequately in partial shade, broadening its application in mixed plantings.
Watch out for
This cultivar can become leggy or thin if heavily shaded, and may benefit from occasional light pruning to maintain density. In warmer or drier climates, establishment can be slow, so consistent moisture during the first growing season supports better outcomes.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Taxaceae
Native Range
Europe, western Asia, North Africa
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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