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Hicks Yew
Taxus x media 'Hicksii'
Pronunciation: TAKS-us MEE-dee-uh
SKU #07233
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 10 to 12 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.
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| Description | An excellent evergreen shrub for tall hedges and privacy screens. The long, upright-growing branches with dense, glossy, dark green foliage naturally form a narrow, columnar habit that works well as a foundation plant, or placed in pairs at entries or doorways. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Columnar |
| Landscape Use | Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Design Ideas | This yew is a traditional hedge plant, useful for its narrow, upright growth that take to shearing well. It also works well as a single, columnar accent in the landscape or on either side of a doorway. |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Lilac (Syringa); Weigela (Weigela); Potentilla (Potentilla); Spirea (Spiraea); Periwinkle (Vinca) |
| Care Instructions | Provide evenly moist, well-drained soil with protection from harsh, drying winds. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape. |
| Lore | All species of this genus are poisonous. One American species is the source of the cancer drug, Taxol. In England yew trees were restricted to church yards where they were not subject to livestock grazing, which caused many animal deaths in the past. Interestingly, deer may graze on them, unaffected. Birds are also attracted to the fruit, which they eat without consequence, as the flesh is not toxic to most, and the seed passes through intact. |
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| Description | An excellent evergreen shrub for tall hedges and privacy screens. The long, upright-growing branches with dense, glossy, dark green foliage naturally form a narrow, columnar habit that works well as a foundation plant, or placed in pairs at entries or doorways. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Columnar |
Style
| Landscape Use | Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Design Ideas | This yew is a traditional hedge plant, useful for its narrow, upright growth that take to shearing well. It also works well as a single, columnar accent in the landscape or on either side of a doorway. |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Lilac (Syringa); Weigela (Weigela); Potentilla (Potentilla); Spirea (Spiraea); Periwinkle (Vinca) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide evenly moist, well-drained soil with protection from harsh, drying winds. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape. |
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History
| Lore | All species of this genus are poisonous. One American species is the source of the cancer drug, Taxol. In England yew trees were restricted to church yards where they were not subject to livestock grazing, which caused many animal deaths in the past. Interestingly, deer may graze on them, unaffected. Birds are also attracted to the fruit, which they eat without consequence, as the flesh is not toxic to most, and the seed passes through intact. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hicks Yew produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Hicks Yew evergreen or deciduous?
Hicks Yew is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Hicks Yew?
Hicks Yew is Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise.
Is Hicks Yew resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant, Road Salt Tolerant
How fast does Hicks Yew grow?
Hicks Yew has a Slow growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Hicks Yew?
Hicks Yew grows in an Columnar habit.
Where can I use Hicks Yew in my landscape?
Hicks Yew is suitable for: Hedge, Privacy Screen.
How can I use Hicks Yew in my garden design?
This yew is a traditional hedge plant, useful for its narrow, upright growth that take to shearing well. It also works well as a single, columnar accent in the landscape or on either side of a doorway.
What color is the foliage of Hicks Yew?
Hicks Yew has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Hicks Yew?
Good companion plants for Hicks Yew include: Lilac (Syringa); Weigela (Weigela); Potentilla (Potentilla); Spirea (Spiraea); Periwinkle (Vinca).
How do I care for Hicks Yew?
Provide evenly moist, well-drained soil with protection from harsh, drying winds. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
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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.