Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
The Taunton Spreading Yew is an easy-to-grow evergreen shrub. Also known as Taxus media, this shrub has a dense, branched form. Yew can happily adapt to various conditions, making this shrub a good pick in diverse landscapes.
Yew shrubs make wonderful hedges or foundation plantings. Define a property line, define an outdoor entertaining area, or provide a consistent background for a mixed bed. The Taunton Spreading Yew is drought tolerant, grows in zones 4 through 8, and requires minimal care once acclimated. Rabbits typically leave the foliage alone, ensuring plenty of greenery to enjoy all year.
Taunton Spreading Yew Care
Plant Taunton Spreading Yew in full to partial sun for best performance. It prefers moist and well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH; however this adaptable shrub can handle various conditions. The Taunton Spreading Yew is drought tolerant upon establishment, but grows best with supplemental water during a dry spell. Fertilize in the spring using a plant food high in nitrogen.
Yew shrubs have a nice organic form but can be pruned for a more formal look. Regular pruning is not always necessary, but you may want to trim the plant every few years during the spring to keep it contained. Overgrown plants benefit from a rejuvenating trim.
Taunton Spreading Yew Spacing
Taunton Spreading Yew stands 3 to 4 feet tall and reaches 3 to 5 feet wide at maturity. Space shrubs 3 feet apart to create a dense hedge.
Taunton Spreading Yew Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 4 to 8 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Part Shade to Full Sun (3+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 3-4 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 3-5 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Mounded, Spreading
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Evergreen
- Seasonal Interest
- , 4 Season Interest
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Taunton Spreading Yew
- Also Known As
- Taunton Spreading Yew
- Botanical Name
- Taxus media 'Taunton'
- Plant Type
- Shrub
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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