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Hick's Yew

Taxus x media 'Hicksii'

Category: Evergreen Shrub • Yew

Hick's Yew is an evergreen shrub ideal for privacy screens and foundation plantings, thriving in various soil types.

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Mature Height: 6-10 feet

Mature Width: 3-5 feet

Light: Part Sun/Part Shade

Zone: Zones 4-7

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Evergreen

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Hick's Yew is a dense, upright evergreen shrub known for its dark green foliage and adaptability to various soil conditions. It is often used for hedges and foundation plantings.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It tolerates a range of moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with moderate moisture. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH and adapts to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

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Landscape Use

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Special Features

Evergreen foliagedense growth habit

Wildlife Value

Provides cover for birds and small mammals.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for creating privacy screens or hedges. Its upright form makes it suitable for narrow spaces.

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