Taxus baccata
English Yew, Common Yew
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Evergreen
Height:
9 - 18m
Width:
5 - 8m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade Full Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment.
Management Notes
- Seeds are highly poisonous to humans and livestock
- leaves and bark also contain the toxic chemical, taxine.
Cultivars
Fastigiata