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Taxus baccata (English yew) hedging and topiary plants for sale

Hedging

Topiary


English Yew is a long-lived native evergreen tree or shrub. It is used extensively for hedging and topiary and is a good choice for a large specimen evergreen tree. It is a conifer and has dense needlelike foliage and small red berries in autumn and winter. It is perfect for providing form and structure in both traditional and modern garden styles.

Yew grows happily in most situations, but avoid waterlogged soils where roots may rot. It will tolerate sun and shade so is a good choice if creating a symmetrical planting layout. Once established it is a vigorous grower. Yew is also suitable for containers, but additional care will be required to ensure the plants do not run out of food and water.

Hardiness rating H7 - hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20℃)

Soil improvement is recommended prior to planting. The aim is to create a warm, friable, free draining soil across the planting area, not just the planting pit. This will help the plants to establish a good root system within the existing soil structure.

Watering will be required for the first couple of seasons until establishment is strong. Larger specimens will require additional care. It is not possible to say how much is required or how often, but we would suggest you refer to the RHS. If you require specific advice do give us a call on 07391 145299.

Mulching is recommended to conserve moisture and maintain an even root temperature.

Feeding is not always necessary. We would encourage the approach of annually feeding the soil through organic mulches so that the healthy soil sustains a healthy plant. Additional food will be required for containers. Top dressing the pot with fresh compost at the start of the growing season and then using a natural liquid fertiliser. Controlled release fertilisers could be used according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Pruning. Yew can be left to grow naturally or can be trimmed into a neat compact form. Pruning encourages dense growth suitable for screening and topiary. Once established it is a vigorous grower, so it will need trimming at least once a year, ideally in late summer or early autumn. Unlike most conifers it will regenerate from old wood if pruned hard. As with many popular garden plants it is poisonous, so care should be taken when handling clippings.

Problems. It is a tough reliable plant and has few problems with pests and diseases.






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