Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Taxus x media ‘Taunton’
Common Name: Taunton Yew
Family: Taxaceae (Yew family)
Height: 4-6 feet at maturity
Spread: 4-6 feet
Foliage Color: Dark green
Growth Habit: Dense, rounded
Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Cold Hardiness: Hardy in a range of climates
Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free; resistant to most diseases
Why You Will Love Taunton Yew
Taunton Yew brings a timeless, elegant touch to any garden with its dense, dark green foliage and versatile growth habit. Its compact size and adaptability make it perfect for hedges, foundation plantings, or as a distinctive specimen. Enjoy the year-round greenery and minimal maintenance of Taunton Yew, adding a classic and resilient element to your landscape.
Taunton Yew
Taunton Yew is a versatile and attractive evergreen shrub known for its dense, dark green foliage and compact growth habit. Typically growing 4-6 feet in height and 4-6 feet in spread, this cultivar of Taxus x media features a slow growth rate and a dense, rounded form. It is valued for its year-round greenery and its ability to tolerate various light conditions. Taunton Yew is ideal for hedges, foundation plantings, or as a specimen plant in garden designs.
