Taxus baccata (English Yew) Hedging
Versatile and classic evergreen for dense, formal hedges
Taxus baccata, commonly known as English Yew, is a traditional and highly valued evergreen for hedging. With its rich, dark green foliage and dense growth habit, it creates a thick, impenetrable barrier ideal for formal or privacy hedges. Yew is one of the most versatile and long-lived plants, offering year-round interest and the ability to be easily shaped through regular pruning.
As a slow-growing conifer, Taxus baccata is perfect for creating neatly manicured hedges that can withstand heavy trimming, providing privacy and shelter. It is also particularly well-suited for topiary work, creating elegant shapes and structures in the garden. Its tolerance of shade makes it a popular choice for screening in less sunny parts of the garden or for urban environments with limited sunlight.
Key Features:
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Evergreen foliage providing year-round colour and structure
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Ideal for dense, formal hedging or privacy screens
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Tolerates both sun and shade, making it versatile for different locations
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Can be easily shaped and pruned to maintain a neat, compact form
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Hardy and long-lived, with minimal maintenance once established
Growing Conditions:
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Position: Full sun or partial shade
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Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; thrives in most soil types, including clay, chalk, or loam
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Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK, including cold regions
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Maintenance: Prune once or twice a year to maintain shape and encourage dense growth; water regularly during dry periods while establishing
Ultimate Height & Spread:
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Height: Can grow up to 10m if left untrimmed; typically kept to 2–3m for hedging
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Spread: 1.5–2.5m
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Slow-growing, with moderate growth rate when well-maintained
Taxus baccata is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a traditional, reliable, and dense hedge that provides privacy, shelter, and structure to the garden. Its longevity and ease of care make it one of the most popular choices for both formal and informal hedging schemes
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.
