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Japanese Yew

Scientific name	Taxus cuspidata 'Capitata'
Common name	Japanese Yew
Type	Shrubs
Variety	Conifer
USDA Zone hardiness	4a - 7b
Exposure	Partial sun
Height	30 to 40'
Spread	6 to 10'

Slow growing pyramidal form, nice green foliage. Great foundation or specimen hedge planting. Full sun to fairly deep shade; well-drained soil is essential. Need regular irrigation once a week or more in extreme heat. Other cultivars include 'Densa' - 4 feet tall by 8 feet wide, 'Nana' - 10-15 feet tall, 20 feet wide. Image show a natural form most are pruned into a uniform pyramid.