Yew Hedging 180-200cm Root Ball

Yew Hedging (Taxus baccata) – 180/200cm Root Ball

Mature Evergreen Hedge for Instant Privacy and Timeless Elegance

Yew Hedging, supplied as a robust 180–200cm tall root ball, provides an immediate, dense evergreen screen ideal for privacy, shelter, and classic garden structure. Known for its rich dark green needle-like foliage and excellent longevity, Yew is a staple in traditional British landscaping.

This size offers significant height and presence on planting, reducing establishment time and creating a strong architectural statement. Its dense growth and versatility make it perfect for formal clipped hedges, topiary shapes, or natural boundaries.

Seasonal Interest

• Spring: Fresh shoots add vibrant contrast to mature foliage.

• Summer: Thick, lush greenery forms a dense screen for privacy.

• Autumn: Female plants may produce small red berries, attracting wildlife.

• Winter: Fully evergreen, maintaining shelter and structure through colder months.

Key Features

• Height: 180–200cm (approx. 6–6.5ft) at delivery

• Foliage: Dark green, needle-like leaves; dense and evergreen

• Growth Rate: Moderate; typically 20–30cm growth per year once established

• Form: Upright and bushy; excellent for clipping and shaping

• Root Ball: Field-grown for strong root development and successful establishment

Ideal Uses

• Formal hedging with instant impact

• Privacy screening around homes and gardens

• Shelterbelts and windbreaks

• Classic boundaries for driveways and pathways

• Shade-tolerant planting suitable for a variety of soils

• Wildlife-friendly habitat with cover and berries

Planting & Care

• Position: Thrives in full sun to partial or full shade

• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil but adaptable to various types

• Spacing: Plant at 2–3 per metre for a dense hedge

• Watering: Regular watering essential during the first 1–2 seasons

• Maintenance: Prune annually or biannually to maintain shape and density

• Fertilising: Apply balanced fertiliser in spring to encourage healthy growth

Why Choose Yew Hedging 180-200cm?

• Instant height and privacy with mature plants

• Elegant, evergreen foliage all year round

• Durable and long-lived, forming classic formal or informal hedges

• Highly versatile, suitable for sun or shade

• Supports wildlife with berries and shelter