Taxus baccata

Species

Also called European yew, common yew, English yew

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Typeshrub, tree

“Yews are evergreen, perennial shrubs or trees in the yew family (Taxaceae) with alternately arranged medium textured needles” — Taxus (Yew) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

Lightfull sun to partial shade

“Plant them 6 to 12 feet apart in full sun to partial shade.” — Taxus (Yew) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

Waterevery 14 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings

“Water roughly every 14 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings.” — Taxus baccata Care: Light, Water & Tips | Leafy

Soil pH5.45–7.15

“slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.4-7.8)” — Taxus baccata Care: Light, Water & Tips | Leafy

Spacing72–144 in

“Plant them 6 to 12 feet apart in full sun to partial shade.” — Taxus (Yew) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

Height442.5–787 in

“reach heights of 2.5–20 m (8.2–65.6 ft)” — Taxus - Wikipedia

Propagationstem cuttings

Ready whenred, berry-like arils that surround the seeds

“with red, berry-like arils that surround the seeds” — How to Care for English yew (Taxus baccata)

Edible partsornamental

“Yews are often grown as ornamental trees, hedges or topiaries” — Taxus baccata - Wikipedia

Toxicitynot toxic

“⚠️ Taxus baccata is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.” — Taxus baccata Care: Light, Water & Tips | Leafy

Pestslice, mites, black vine weevil

“Insects such as lice, mites and black vine weevil can cause issues.” — Taxus (Yew) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

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