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Taxus x media 'Hicksii'

Family Taxaceae
Plant Type conifer
Zone USDA:   4a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 3 - 6 m (10 - 20 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 6 m (8 - 20 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Taxus x media 'Hicksii' (anglojap yew) bears showy cones fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Taxus x media 'Hicksii' (anglojap yew) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Taxus x media 'Hicksii' . Taxus x media 'Hicksii' is tolerant of drought and pollution. In the winter, Taxus x media 'Hicksii' provides winter interest.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Taxus x media 'Hicksii' (anglojap yew) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.