Yew Taxus Baccata Ball 50-55cm Root Ball

Taxus baccata – Yew Topiary Ball (50–55cm) – Classic Evergreen Structure

Taxus baccata, the English Yew, shaped into a 50–55cm topiary ball, is a timeless and elegant evergreen feature. Its rich, dark green needles and naturally dense branching create a perfectly compact, long-lasting sphere that suits both traditional and contemporary garden designs. Known for its durability and ease of maintenance, this yew ball brings structure, formality, and all-season presence to borders, patios, and architectural layouts.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Fresh, soft new needles brighten the deep green foliage.

• Summer: Dense evergreen canopy holds its shape and colour.

• Autumn: Slow, steady growth maintains neat form with minimal clipping.

• Winter: A strong evergreen anchor, providing structure when gardens are bare.

Key Features

• Evergreen – Rich, dark foliage provides year-round colour.

• Beautifully shaped – Compact, tidy topiary ball form.

• Slow-growing – Holds its shape well with minimal maintenance.

• Very hardy – One of the toughest evergreens for UK gardens.

• Long-lived – Can thrive for decades with proper care.

Perfect For

• Formal gardens – Adds symmetry and architectural balance.

• Entrances – Ideal in pairs flanking doors or pathways.

• Containers – Perfect for patios, terraces, or courtyards.

• Borders – Provides evergreen structure among flowering plants.

• Modern schemes – Works well with gravel, stone, and clean lines.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Thrives in full sun or partial shade.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; tolerant of chalk and clay once established.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK, even in exposed gardens.

• Care: Lightly trim once a year (late summer) to maintain the ball shape. Water during dry spells in the first season.

Looks Great With

• Box and Ilex crenata – For mixed topiary displays.

• Lavender or Nepeta – Softens formality with colour and scent.

• Grasses – Add texture and movement nearby.

• Structural evergreens – Photinia, Pittosporum, or Euonymus for layered form.

Taxus baccata Ball (50–55cm) is a refined, enduring evergreen topiary piece that offers timeless style, structure, and year-round reliability. Ideal for entrances, borders, or patios, it’s a classic that elevates any garden.

Yew Taxus Baccata Ball 50-55cm Root Ball Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.