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Taxus Hedging
£60.00
2 Litre pot
Key information
A true garden classic, Taxus (Yew) hedging is the ultimate choice for creating formal, evergreen structure. With its dense, dark-green foliage and slow, steady growth, Taxus has been used for centuries in the UK’s finest gardens and estates.
Good to know
Evergreen
Year round interest
Delivery & Returns
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Top Tip
Plant 5 per metre for a dense, formal hedge. This is a great alternative for box hedge. Taxus is resistant to box blight and box caterpillar.
How to care for Taxus Hedging
Aspect
Happy anywhere
Taxus (Yew) thrives in both full sun and deep shade.
Care Level
Easy to look after
Regular pruning isn't necessary. Trim in the spring to encourage new growth and again in the autumn to shape.
Watering
Weekly when establishing
Water deeply during the first year—especially in dry spells—to encourage strong root establishment. Avoid overwatering as Yew dislikes waterlogged soil.
Feeding
Compost and mulch annually
Mix compost into the soil at planting and mulch each spring to improve fertility and moisture retention.
Soil
Will be fine in most soils
The Taxus Dome doesn't like soggy roots. Ensure the soil is well drained. When planting add a drainage medium, such as grit or crocs, to encourage better drainage. Taxus tolerates most soil types—including urban and coastal soils.
Quick facts
BOTANICAL NAME
Taxus baccata
PLANT TYPE
Always green (evergreen)
HARDINESS
Hardy
NUMBER OF PLANTS PROVIDED PER METRE
5
NURSERY POT SIZE
2L
TOXICITY
If ingested, most parts are poisonous especially the seeds. Wear gloves when handling.
EVENTUAL GROWTH
Prune to desired shape
How to prune and trim
In this Soto Masterclass we show you how to prune and trim.
Follow along with Max as he demonstrates on an Ilex Dome.
