Yew Ball 20 Litre Pot 50cm

Yew Ball (Taxus baccata) – 50cm | 18 Litre Pot

A beautifully shaped Taxus baccata (English Yew) ball, grown to a 50cm diameter in an 18-litre pot, is a perfect addition to any formal or contemporary garden. This evergreen shrub is prized for its dense, dark green foliage and naturally neat, spherical form, offering year-round structure and elegance with minimal maintenance.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

In spring, fresh soft green shoots emerge, subtly refreshing the plant’s appearance. During summer, its rich, deep green foliage maintains a lush and sculptural presence. In autumn, mature plants may produce small red berries, providing an extra seasonal highlight. Throughout winter, its evergreen nature ensures reliable colour and structure, making it an essential feature in any garden.

Structure & Form

This expertly clipped Yew Ball reaches a 50cm diameter, maintaining a compact, rounded shape with a slow-growing habit. Its fine needle-like leaves are a deep, velvety green, giving it a refined, elegant texture. With excellent tolerance to pruning, it retains its perfect spherical form, making it an ideal choice for topiary, hedging, and formal displays.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

This ready-shaped 50cm Yew Ball is ideal for:

• Formal gardens, where it provides symmetry and structure.

• Entranceways and patios, where it serves as a sophisticated statement in containers.

• Borders and pathways, adding definition and depth.

• Low hedging, creating an elegant, structured edge in garden designs.

• Woodland and shaded gardens, where it thrives under trees or in dappled light.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Light: Thrives in full sun to deep shade, making it incredibly versatile.

• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil but adapts to various conditions, including alkaline or slightly acidic soils.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy, resistant to frost, pollution, and wind, making it suitable for urban and exposed locations.

• Maintenance: Requires only occasional trimming to maintain its shape. Once established, it is highly drought-tolerant, needing minimal watering.

Why Choose a 50cm Yew Ball in an 18L Pot?

• Instant impact with a perfectly clipped, ready-to-plant form.

• Evergreen structure provides year-round colour and elegance.

• Low-maintenance and long-lived, suitable for classic and modern gardens alike.

• Hardy and adaptable, thriving in sun, shade, and various soil types.

Perfect Plant Combinations

Taxus baccata Balls pair beautifully with:

• Buxus (Box) and Ilex (Holly) for a classic, structured look.

• Ornamental grasses to soften their formal shape.

• Lavender and Salvia for seasonal colour and fragrance.

• Phormium and Agapanthus for striking textural contrast.

With its timeless elegance, easy-care nature, and instant impact, this 50cm Yew Ball in an 18-litre pot is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to introduce refined structure and year-round greenery to their outdoor spaces.