Botanical Name: Common Names:
Cephalotaxus harringtonia Fastigiata Upright Korean Plum Yew, Japanese Plum Yew, Columnar Conifer,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Hedging / Screening, Shrubs, Conifers Fastigiate, Upright
Description:
A slow growing evergreen shrub that originated in Japan. The attractive foliage consists of dark green finely pointed spikes that grow in a densely upright habit. It can get up to 3m tall by 1-2m wide once established. Suited to a protected position with at least part shade.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
2-4m 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Semi Shade Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Courtyard, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Formal Garden, Hedging / Screening, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Cephalotaxaceae Asia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: N/A
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Slow
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: High
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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