NOVA JAPANESE YEW
TAXUS CUSPIDATA NOVA
Taxus cuspidata 'Nova'
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NOVA JAPANESE YEW
Taxus cuspidata 'Nova' is a refined selection of the Japanese Yew and highly regarded for its vigorous growth and exceptionally tidy, upright habit. 'Nova' features a dense, columnar to pyramidal form adorned with dark, forest-green needles that are slightly broader and more leathery than those of the English Yew. 'Nova' is particularly valued for its superior winter hardiness and its ability to maintain its deep green luster without bronzing, even in harsh, wind-exposed northern climates.
Nova Japanese Yew is very adaptable regarding soil pH and urban pollution. It thrives in full sun to part shade and requires well-drained soil; it will struggle in heavy, waterlogged clay. One of its greatest strengths is its response to pruning; it can be sheared into crisp, geometric shapes or allowed to grow naturally into a tall, stately screen. It is ideal for privacy hedges, formal topiary, or as a dark, vertical anchor at the corners of a home's foundation. Its density also makes it an excellent windbreak. Similar to other yews, 'Nova' produces bright red, berry-like fruits called arils. While the fleshy part is technically edible to birds, the seed inside is highly toxic, so use caution in areas frequented by small children or pets.
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| PLANT |
SIZE |
TYPE |
GALENA |
ADD'L |
DIG |
SOON |
| TAXUS CUSPIDATA NOVA | 2-3 ft | | 78 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)
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.
