Description
Yew – Japanese Plum Columnar (Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Fastigiata') is a refined evergreen that brings vertical elegance and year-round interest to any landscape. With its dense, upright columnar form, this compact tree reaches a mature height of 10 feet and a width of 6 feet—ideal for narrow garden beds, foundation plantings, or as a striking specimen in small spaces.
Highly adaptable to full sun, part shade, or even full shade, the Japanese Plum Yew thrives in zones 5–9 and tolerates moist, well-draining soils. Its bluish-green, needled foliage adds texture and color in all seasons, while its heat and shade tolerance make it a go-to option for challenging garden areas. Often called “Cow’s Tail Pine,” this unique conifer offers low-maintenance beauty and dependable performance—perfect for gardeners seeking structure, style, and resilience.
Each plant comes in a #6 (6 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Cephalotaxus Harrigtonia Fastigiata
Light: full sun, part shade, full shade
Watering: regularly
Soil: moist, well draining soil
Zone: 5 – 9
Plant Shape: upright columnar
Plant Type: evergreen tree
Mature Size: height ( 10'), width (6')
Blooming Season: n/a
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