Meyer's Yew
Taxus x media 'Meyeri'
Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly in extreme heat for best performance. Requires less water once established.
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.
- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | TAKS-us MEE-dee-uh |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing columnar form 10 to 12 ft. tall, 5 to 7 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Does not flower |
| Design Ideas | This is an excellent choice for a sheared hedge, as its small, needle-like leaves can be clipped without looking ragged. Its compact growth form makes a dense screen, and it can give the garden quitea formal look. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly in extreme heat for best performance. Requires less water once established. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, shear annually to shape.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-7
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant