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Yew (Taxus baccata)
About Yew
An Elveden speciality, this robust, highly versatile, slow-growing evergreen, boasts excellent wind, shade and drought resistance.
Description
A 'classic country house' hedge, the Yew, which oozes decadence when formally maintained, is a long-living native conifer providing year-round interest and screening.
Appearance
Flat, dark-green needle-like glossy leaves which grow in two rows upon stems are joined in spring by bright green, fresh new growth. In summer, clusters of insignificant yellow scaly flowers appear, which if pollinated turn into vibrant, fleshy red berries during autumn.
Placement
Yew tolerates drier conditions and excels in most well-drained soils, except those that are highly acidic or prone to waterlogging. Suitable for exposed sites (not coastal), whether in full sun or deep shade.
Uses
This 'King of Hedges' clips beautifully into classic lines and spectacular topiary features, providing aesthetic value to formal settings. Its dense habit makes for an excellent privacy screen and barrier against noise, wind and dust pollution.
Well drained Chalk, Clay, Sand, Loam
Full sun, partial shade or full shade
Slow 15-20cm per year approximately
Trim when required
Formal hedging Privacy screening Pollution barrier
Not suitable for livestock or horses Deer resistant
