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Spreading Japanese Plum Yew
Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata'
Pronunciation: sef-uh-loh-TAKS-us har-ring-TOH-nee-uh prost-RAY-tuh
SKU #02883
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.
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| Description | An attractive and versatile, problem-solving evergreen shrub with long, dark green needles that make it very useful for foundation or mass plantings. Tolerant of shade, heat, and drought. Excellent for filling under tree canopies and areas shaded by tall buildings. Works well as a low hedge plant. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Magnolia (Magnolia); Peony (Paeonia); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa) |
| Care Instructions | 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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| Description | An attractive and versatile, problem-solving evergreen shrub with long, dark green needles that make it very useful for foundation or mass plantings. Tolerant of shade, heat, and drought. Excellent for filling under tree canopies and areas shaded by tall buildings. Works well as a low hedge plant. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Magnolia (Magnolia); Peony (Paeonia); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa) |
Care
| Care Instructions | 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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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.
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.