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Ward Anglo-Japanese Yew

Tagged as: Intermediate-Sized Evergreens for the Home Landsca, Yew

Botanical Name: Taxus x media 'Wardii'
Common Name: Ward Anglo-Japanese Yew

Updated 1/2013

Caution: The leaves, bark and seeds of all yews are poisonous.

Height: 6-8' Spread: 15-20' Habit/Form: Wide spreading Growth Rate: Slow Zone: 3-7

Cultural Requirements: Grown in sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Will not tolerate wet conditions. Protect from windy sites.

Ornamental Characteristics: Wide spreading, becoming flat-topped with age. Lustrous dark green needles. Fleshy red fruits (arils) resemble berries.

Uses in the Landscape: Use as a specimen, foundation plant, in groups, or sheared as a hedge.

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