Taxus cuspidata 'Monloo' - Emerald Spreader® Japanese Yew is a wonderful and versatile evergreen.
I have worked with japanese yews, usually other species in the more vertical versus horizontal growth habit, but some time ago I took interest in this as an alternative low-growing evergreen shrub or as ground cover.
I found I was on three customer properties in just two weeks who have these, usually in a shaded or partially shaded area.
Monrovia® indicates these as best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 4-7 and all those I have seen here in the Midlands seem healthy, but I can't say I have seen any in full afternoon sun. If you have any in this solar perspective, please let us know how yours are doing.
There are numerous varieties of japanese yews, technically conifers, yet producing no cones. The male plants produce catkins (pollen bearing stamens) and the female ones produce berries (reproductive fruit).
Many find japanese yews attractive and can be used in so many ways in a variety of landscapes.
NOTE: Most of, if not all of the plant is toxic to animals (except whitetail deer) and humans - something to consider in regard to pets, livestock and children which may use or play on your property.
The Emerald Spreader japanese yew may not have the dense and low profile of an ivy or juniper; however, you may find it more attractive and it is good for erosion control on slopes.
I have worked with japanese yews, usually other species in the more vertical versus horizontal growth habit, but some time ago I took interest in this as an alternative low-growing evergreen shrub or as ground cover.
I found I was on three customer properties in just two weeks who have these, usually in a shaded or partially shaded area.
Monrovia® indicates these as best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 4-7 and all those I have seen here in the Midlands seem healthy, but I can't say I have seen any in full afternoon sun. If you have any in this solar perspective, please let us know how yours are doing.
There are numerous varieties of japanese yews, technically conifers, yet producing no cones. The male plants produce catkins (pollen bearing stamens) and the female ones produce berries (reproductive fruit).
Many find japanese yews attractive and can be used in so many ways in a variety of landscapes.
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| Opposing Japanese Yews of a Different Species - Customer Photo |
NOTE: Most of, if not all of the plant is toxic to animals (except whitetail deer) and humans - something to consider in regard to pets, livestock and children which may use or play on your property.
The Emerald Spreader japanese yew may not have the dense and low profile of an ivy or juniper; however, you may find it more attractive and it is good for erosion control on slopes.
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