H.M. Eddie Yew will grow to be about 12 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 3 feet. It has a low canopy and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 60 years or more. This shrub performs well in both full sun and full shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid, and parts of it are known to be toxic to humans and animals, so care should be exercised in planting it around children and pets.
| Requirement | |
|---|---|
| Hardiness | 6,7,8,9,10 |
| Heat Zones | 6,7,8,9 |
| Climate Zones | 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Plant Type | Conifers |
| Plant Family | Taxaceae |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Height | 1' - 2', 9' - 10' |
| Spread | 2' - 3', 3' - 4' |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Moist but Well-Drained, Loam, Acid |
| Characteristics | Deer Tolerant |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Formal Garden, Japanese Garden, Modern Garden, Traditional Garden |
| Planting Place | Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers, Wall-Side Borders, Walls and Fences |