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Taxus x media

Family Taxaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   5a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 0.6 - 6 m (2 - 20 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 6 m (3 - 20 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The showy matte foliage is deep green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Taxus x media (anglojap yew) yields showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics This broadleaf evergreen attracts birds to your garden. Taxus x media tolerates pollution.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Taxus x media (anglojap yew) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.