Duke Gardens Japanese Plum Yew
Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Duke Gardens'
Description | A graceful, finely textured evergreen shrub with a spreading, mounded habit. The dense, glossy, needle-like, foliage emerges bright green, then matures to a dark green and retains its color year-round. Its compact size is ideal for small gardens, low hedges, or borders and can easily be pruned to maintain a smaller size. |
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Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
Watering | Allow soil to dry slightly before watering. |
Blooms | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
Mature Size | Slow growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
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Foliage Color | Green |
Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Magnolia (Magnolia); Peony (Paeonia); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa) |
Care | Thrives in well-drained soils, with morning sun and afternoon shade. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, prefers regular moisture but tolerates brief drought. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9

Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 8
Good to grow!
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This plant may be available in these stores:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
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Portland Nursery 5050 S.e. Stark St.
Portland, OR 97215 -
Tony's Garden Center - Portland 10300 Se Holgate Boulevard
Portland, OR 97266 -
Garden Fever Llc 3433 N.e. 24th St.
Portland, OR 97212
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.