Flushing Yew
Flushing Yew (Taxus x media 'Flushing')
Flushing Yew (Taxus x media 'Flushing') is a broad, upright evergreen shrub valued for its refined shape, dense branching, and dark green foliage that provides structure year-round. A hardy female yew selection, it thrives in sun or shade and adds texture and depth to both formal and informal plantings.
Distinctive Features
This mounded yew grows 4 to 6 feet tall and 5 to 7 feet wide, with arching side branches and glossy needles that maintain their color through winter. When pollinated, female plants produce soft red arils that attract birds and add seasonal interest.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to full shade
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained loam or sandy soil
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
- Water Needs: Moderate, especially during dry spells
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 7
Ideal Uses
- Focal point in evergreen foundations and borders
- Privacy screen or structured hedge
- Massed plantings along shaded perimeters
- Accent in mixed conifer gardens
- Year-round form in formal landscapes
Low Maintenance Care
- Prune or shear in early spring to shape
- Water regularly during establishment
- Mulch to regulate soil temperature and moisture
- Lightly fertilize in spring as needed
- Protect from deer in vulnerable areas
Why Choose Flushing Yew
- Reliable evergreen with year-round appeal
- Tolerates shade, sun, and urban conditions
- Compact, mounded habit fits a range of settings
- Low-maintenance and long-lived
- A strong focal point or backdrop for layered gardens
Flushing Yew provides dependable structure and deep green color to any garden, making it a versatile focal point and enduring landscape foundation.
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