Anglojapanese yew (Taxus media)
Care, watering, light and tips for Anglojapanese yew on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Taxaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Anglojapanese yew
Taxus media, commonly known as hybrid yew, is an evergreen shrub or small tree resulting from a cross between Taxus baccata and Taxus cuspidata. It is characterized by its dense, dark green needle foliage and compact growth, making it ideal for formal hedges, topiary, or as a specimen plant in urban and landscaped gardens.
Native range
Hybrid of Taxus baccata and Taxus cuspidata, with no natural native origin
Care tips
It prefers partial sun to full shade locations, though it tolerates full sun if the soil is kept moist. Watering should be moderate, allowing the top layer of the substrate to dry out between waterings; avoid waterlogging as it is susceptible to root rot. Use a well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral substrate. A common mistake is excessive and late pruning, which can affect the production of new shoots.
How to save a dying Anglojapanese yew
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown needles falling, branches drying from tip down. General decline.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. Prune dead branches. Protect from intense direct sun if young.
- What kills it
- Constant waterlogging or prolonged drought. They tolerate shade, not constant full sun.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. It's a resilient species, but sensitive to water extremes.