Yew - Dark Green

It grows 3-5 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide. This yew can be used as a low hedge or specimen plant and requires good drainage and prefers a shady location with loamy soil. It is has a spreading compact habit, and its forest-green foliage does not burn in winter. Dark Green Yew, taxus x media 'Dark Green', is an excellent evergreen with beautiful dark green foliage for the shade garden or shady side of the home. It exhibits a small wide spreading form, with soft textures, and rich green short needles that are easily pruned into various shapes. Yews are widely used landscape plants because of their rich, dark green evergreen foliage and versatility. Remove 1/2 to 3/4 of the new growth each year with hand pruners; you can control the size and maintain a healthier shrub with a more natural form. They are maintainable at various heights and spreads. ... find out more