Yew Ball (Taxus baccata) – 90-100cm
This Taxus baccata (English Yew) ball, grown to a 90-100cm diameter, is a beautifully shaped, evergreen shrub perfect for adding structure and year-round interest to gardens. With its dense, dark green foliage and naturally neat, spherical form, it offers a classic, low-maintenance solution for formal designs, borders, and container planting.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
In spring, fresh soft green shoots emerge, subtly refreshing the plant’s appearance. Throughout summer, its deep green foliage remains lush and compact. In autumn, mature plants may develop small red berries, adding seasonal charm. During winter, its evergreen nature ensures structure and colour, making it an excellent choice for year-round appeal.
Structure & Form
This expertly clipped Yew Ball reaches a 90-100cm diameter, maintaining a dense, compact shape with minimal pruning. Its fine, needle-like foliage is deep green, providing an elegant, refined texture. Slow-growing and highly tolerant of shaping, it retains its neat, rounded form, making it ideal for topiary, borders, and patio displays.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
This 90-100cm Yew Ball is ideal for:
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Formal gardens, where it adds symmetry and structure.
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Patios and entranceways, as a sophisticated statement in containers.
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Borders and pathways, offering definition and elegance.
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Low hedging and edging, creating a tidy, architectural feature.
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Shaded gardens, thriving even in lower light conditions.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Light: Grows well in full sun to deep shade, making it highly adaptable.
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Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil, tolerating both alkaline and slightly acidic conditions.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy, resistant to frost, wind, and urban pollution, making it suitable for various climates.
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Maintenance: Requires only occasional trimming to maintain its shape. Once established, it is highly drought-tolerant, needing minimal watering.
Why Choose a 90-100cm Yew Ball?
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Instant impact with a neatly clipped, ready-to-plant form.
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Evergreen structure ensures year-round colour and elegance.
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Compact and versatile, fitting into small gardens, patios, and urban spaces.
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Low-maintenance and long-lived, thriving with minimal care.
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Hardy and adaptable, perfect for both classic and modern gardens.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Taxus baccata Balls pair beautifully with:
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Buxus (Box) and Ilex (Holly) for a classic, formal look.
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Ornamental grasses for textural contrast.
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Lavender and Salvia to add seasonal colour and fragrance.
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Phormium and Agapanthus for striking visual variety.
With its refined structure, easy-care nature, and timeless elegance, this 90-100cm Yew Ball is a fantastic addition to any garden looking for stylish, year-round greenery.
