Botanical profile

Taxus cuspidata 'Emerald Spreader'

Latin name
Taxus cuspidata 'Emerald Spreader'
Common name
Japanese yew 'Emerald Spreader'
Type
Ornamental conifer
Family
Taxaceae

Taxus cuspidata ‘Emerald Spreader’, commonly known as Japanese Yew ‘Emerald Spreader’, is an evergreen conifer with a spreading and dense habit, valued as a structural groundcover or in low mass plantings. Its glossy, emerald green foliage, composed of soft, flattened needles, retains its beautiful intensity all year round with no significant browning in winter. Its horizontal growth forms a compact carpet ideal for stabilizing a slope, filling the base of taller shrubs, or creating a uniform mass effect. It tolerates pruning well and can be lightly shaped as needed. Taxus cuspidata ‘Emerald Spreader’ adapts to full sun as well as shade and prefers well-drained soil. Very hardy and durable, it is an elegant and reliable solution for landscaping requiring persistent groundcover in cold climates.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate, keep the soil well-drained
Fertilization
Compost in spring if necessary
Soil type
Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Not specified
Flower color
Not applicable
Fruiting
Decorative red arils on female plants, toxic seeds
Foliage color
Glossy emerald green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Dense spread
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
60 cm (24 in)
Width
2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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