Japanese Yew (Taxus cuspidata) is a slow-growing evergreen conifer with dark green needles and red, berry-like arils. It's a resilient plant popular for hedging and topia
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Part Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained loam, sandy loam
Temperature
Moderate to Cold
Fertilizer
Low
Full Sun to Part Shade
Tolerates a range of light conditions, but performs best with some protection from intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist, allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained loam, sandy loam
Moderate to Cold
Hardy in USDA zones 4-7. Prefers cooler temperatures and can withstand freezing.
Low
Benefits from a light feeding in spring with a balanced evergreen fertilizer.
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
9-18 m
Spread
4.5-9 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
True
Leaf Color
Green, Dark green
Leaf Type
Needle
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No
All parts except the fleshy red aril are toxic. Contains taxine alkaloids.
