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Taxus cuspidata Capitata

Clipped Pyramidal Japanese Yew

A fast-growing, upright yew with dark green foliage suitable as an accent plant or for hedging. Pruning can be done throughout the summer until early fall. They may produce a red berry with toxic, black seeds.

  • »  Semi-upright, pyramidal, conical habit
  • »  Nearly vertical branches ascend upward
  • »  Narrow, short-stalked, dull green needles
  • »  Small, round, fleshy, red berries on mature stems
  • »  Extremely low tolerance for wet, poorly drained conditions

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  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:250-300 cm
  • Spread:175-200 cm
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Fruit
• Low Maintenance
• Poisonous
Habit
• Conical
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Hedge
• Screening (privacy)
• Specimen
• Topiary
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Taxus cuspidata 'Capitata'

Mature taxus species have the ability to regrow from old wood, so older specimens can be rejuvenated in the garden. 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Taxus cuspidata 'Capitata'

A versatile evergreen tolerating heavy pruning, making it ideal for hedges, screens, foundation plantings and topiary landscapes. It can also be left unpruned for a softer textured landscape. Protection (burlap wrap) from drying, winter winds is recommended in an exposed location.