{"product_id":"yew-hedging-3-litre-pot-30-35-cm","title":"Yew Hedging 3 Litre Pot 30-35 cm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"181\"\u003eTaxus baccata – English Yew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"198\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eTaxus baccata, commonly known as the English Yew, is a slow-growing, evergreen conifer renowned for its dense, dark green foliage, longevity, and versatility in the garden. One of the oldest native trees in the UK, it has been cultivated for centuries as a hedge, topiary subject, or majestic specimen tree. With proper care, Yews can live for hundreds, even thousands of years, making them a true investment for any landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eHabit \u0026amp; Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eThis conifer has a naturally bushy, upright habit with flat, needle-like leaves arranged in two ranks along the stems. It is slow-growing, typically adding 20–30 cm per year under ideal conditions. Unclipped, mature trees can eventually reach 15–20 m in height, though it is most commonly maintained as a dense hedge or shaped specimen. Taxus baccata is highly tolerant of pruning, even into old wood, making it ideal for tight, formal hedging.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eFoliage \u0026amp; Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eThe foliage is a rich, glossy dark green throughout the year, providing reliable evergreen cover. Female plants produce striking, bright red, fleshy arils (commonly referred to as berries) in late summer to autumn, which are highly attractive to birds. All parts of the plant except the red flesh of the arils are toxic if ingested.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eEnglish Yew thrives in a wide range of soils, provided they are well-drained. It performs best in full sun to partial shade and tolerates exposed, windy, and coastal sites. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and very low maintenance. Taxus baccata is also highly tolerant of chalky or alkaline soils, where many other evergreens struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003eUses in the Garden:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003eHedges:\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic choice for a dense, long-lived formal hedge; clips easily for a sharp, neat outline.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eTopiary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely responsive to pruning, making it a favourite for topiary shapes and cloud pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eSpecimen tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be allowed to grow into a stately tree for large gardens or parkland.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2199\"\u003eScreening and shelter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides year-round privacy and wind protection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2536\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eFor hedges, space plants approximately 30–60 cm apart depending on the desired speed of establishment. Water well during the first year and mulch to conserve moisture. Clip once or twice a year to maintain shape and density. Hardy in all parts of the UK (RHS H6).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003eKey Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003eDense, dark evergreen foliage all year round\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003eExtremely long-lived and tolerant of heavy pruning\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2662\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003eSuitable for formal hedging, topiary, or as a specimen tree\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003eThrives in sun or shade and on a wide range of soils\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2783\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eHardy and reliable throughout the UK\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56592662397254,"sku":"172703","price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/012e1bef-1334-458d-a185-763229988a15.jpg?v=1779182971","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/yew-hedging-3-litre-pot-30-35-cm","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}