TAXUS BACCATA STRICTA ACORN FARMS

IRISH YEW
TAXUS BACCATA STRICTA

Taxus baccata 'Stricta'

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TAXUS BACCATA STRICTA
Genus: TAXUS
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Height: 15 Feet Tall
Spread: 5-6 Feet Wide
Color: green foliage
Part Sun Shade Plants
Part Sun Shade Evergreen Shrub Plants
Evergreen Shrub
Zone: 5
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drought tolerant *              


IRISH YEW


Taxus baccata 'Stricta' is also known as the Irish Yew. It is an evergreen shrub with a columnar habit. It has dark green flat needles that are arranged in spirals along the branches. The needles are larger than the English Yew. It can grow up to 15-20 feet tall with an 8-foot spread.

Irish Yew thrives in full to partial sun in acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soils. It can be drought tolerant once established. It can be used as a hedge, privacy screen or even a topiary.





PLANT SIZE TYPE GALENA ADD'L DIG SOON
TAXUS BACCATA STRICTA con 2011000

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TAXUS TYPES:

Taxus Baccata
Commonly called English Yew or Common Yew, this long-lived evergreen is one of the best conifers for shady areaa. Males develop cones - Females develop attractive red fruit. Note: All yews are poisonous if ingested.

Taxus Cuspitata
Commonly called Japanese Yew or Spreading Yew, this evergreen makes a great foundation plant with dark green foliage that can be used as a privacy hedge. Note: All part of Yews are extremely poisonous if ingested.

Taxus Media
This is a hybrid designation for a number of yews. It is noted for its hybrid excellence. Provides needed privacy when grouped together for form a screen or hedge. It is among the smallest of the Taxus genus. Note: All yews are extremely poisonous if ingested.




Planting Tips

To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in fertile, well-draining soil, selecting a location that ranges from full sun to full shade. These versatile evergreens are highly adaptable but thrive best in sites with protection from harsh, drying winds and excessive moisture, as they are susceptible to root rot in waterlogged conditions. Provide consistent water during the first growing season to ensure deep root establishment.

Prune as needed in late spring or early summer to maintain your desired form or density, as these shrubs respond exceptionally well to shearing. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, taking care to keep the material a few inches away from the crown to prevent stem rot.




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