Irish Yew

Taxus Baccata 'Stricta'

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Overview

The Irish Yew (Taxus baccata 'Stricta') is a dense, columnar evergreen, ideal for formal gardens. It reaches up to 20 feet in height with a narrow spread of 4 feet. Dark green, needle-like foliage creates a striking vertical accent. Known for its hardiness, it thrives in zones 6-8 and prefers well-drained soil. Regular pruning maintains its slender shape. Caution: all parts, except the red berry-like aril, are toxic if ingested.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 6–9

Irish Yew (Taxus Baccata 'Stricta') — The Irish Yew (Taxus baccata 'Stricta') is a dense, columnar evergreen, ideal for formal gardens

Irish Yew (Taxus Baccata 'Stricta') — It reaches up to 20 feet in height with a narrow spread of 4 feet

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 6–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 15–30 Ft.
Mature width: 4–8 Ft.

Classification

Family: Taxaceae

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Irish Yew (Taxus Baccata 'Stricta') — The Irish Yew (Taxus baccata 'Stricta') is a dense, columnar evergreen, ideal for formal gardens

Irish Yew (Taxus Baccata 'Stricta') — It reaches up to 20 feet in height with a narrow spread of 4 feet

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