Close up of the needles and red berries of a yew shrub.

Yew

Are you looking for an evergreen shrub that is as eye-catching as it is hardy? Yews are a great choice for the home gardener looking to make their outdoor space look attractive year-round. They are easy to care for and come in an array of sizes and shapes which can accommodate almost any landscape design needs. Using our guides down below to learn how to care for these beautiful shrubs and small trees. New to caring for yews? Start here.

Tips for Growing Japanese Yews

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If you’re searching for stunning evergreen shrubs that can look great throughout the landscape, try Japanese yews! With beautiful green needles and an easily-shapeable form, Taxus cuspidata is very easy to care for. Propagation, cultivation, maintenance, health care and more are all covered in our guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Hicks Yews

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Is your garden missing an anchor to keep everything grounded? Look no further. Dependable, low-maintenance, and multipurpose ‘Hicksii,’ aka Hicks yew is your new best friend. Grow it in a variety of conditions and prune it to suit your needs. Learn about this resilient, evergreen beauty in this guide. Read more now.

How to Manage Winter Damage in Yews

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Winter damage can really put a dent in a yew’s evergreen status, often causing the foliage to die and turn brown. In this guide, we’ll cover the various forms winter damage can take in these plants, and provide prevention and treatment strategies for dealing with this unwanted condition. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Yew Trees and Shrubs

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Yews are gorgeous, versatile, and have a fascinating history of usage in religion, warfare, and medicine. In order to grow them as beautiful plantings in your garden, you’ll need to know the cultivation conditions that they love and loathe – which is where this guide comes in. All of the know-how you need awaits!