dark green to true green needled foliage that is naturally very compact. The branches grow gently upwards and outwards from the center of the plant, sort of with a wide vase shape.

Yewtopia Plum Yew, green pine like leaves

Plum Yew in Southern Living Garden Plant Collection brown pot

Yewtopia® Plum Yew

Cephalotaxus harringtonia ‘Plania’

Heat tolerant, drought resistant, and shade loving plum yew; slow growing and requires little pruning to maintain its compact habit.

Light Needs

Part Shade to Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones 6a - 10b

mature dimensions

3-4′ high x 3-4′ wide

More About Yewtopia® Plum Yew

Bloom/Feature

Slightly upright, vase-like growth habit

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to -10°F to 0°F

Key Features

Compact Habit, Deer Resistant, Disease / Pest Resistance, Drought Tolerance, Heat Tolerance, Upright Habit

Flowering Season

None

Uses

Border, Container, Hedge, Low Hedge, Mass Planting, Slope

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in early spring

Pruning

Shape in early spring before first flush

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in part shade to shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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