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Taxus baccata
'Fastigiata'
Irish Yew, Blue John
| Family |
| Taxaceae |
| Genus |
| Taxus |
| Species |
| baccata |
| Cultivar |
| 'Fastigiata' |
| Category |
| Woody |
| Type |
| Shrub (evergreen) |
| USDA Hardiness Zone |
| 6-9 |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone |
| 5a |
| RHS Hardiness Zone |
| H7-H3 |
| Temperature (°C) |
| -23-(-1) |
| Temperature (°F) |
| -10-30 |
| Height |
| 8-12 m |
| Spread |
| 2.5-4 m |
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Description and Growing Information
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| General Description |
| One of the most well known forms of the Taxus genus. Its showy vibrant red berries contrast well with its deep green foliage and its narrow and columnar shape make it an excellent accent plant. |
| Landscape |
| As a specimen plant or to add height to a mixed boarder. |
| Cultivation |
| Moist, well drained soil in full sun to partial shade. |
| Shape |
| Narrow, upright habit. |
| Growth |
| Slow |
| Pests |
| Prone to winter burn in USDA zone 6. |
| Habitat |
| Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description |
| Densely grouped dark green needles formed in columns. |
| Fruit Description |
| Bright red berries are produced in autumn. |
| Colour Description |
| The foliage is dark green. The fruit is red. |
| Notable Specimens |
| The Gardens of Fanshawe College (Conifer Garden), London, Ontario, Canada. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer) |
| Seeds are very toxic if ingested although the arial is sweet and eatable. Bark, foliage and fruit can be toxic. |
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