Yew. A low evergreen conifer with broadly spreading branches of yellow leaves in summer becoming green margined with yellow. Produces cones. Max Height 45cm to 60cm. Max Spread 1.5m. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Taxus baccata ‘Summergold’
A low evergreen conifer with broadly spreading branches of yellow leaves in summer becoming green margined with yellow. Produces cones.
Additional information
| Generic | Taxus |
|---|---|
| Species | baccata |
| Varietry | 'Summergold' |
| Common Name | Yew |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm, 60cm |
| Family | Taxaceae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Low spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | yellow, green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Specimen |
| Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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