Plant Detail
Japanese plum yew
| Scientific name | Cephalotaxus harringtonia |
| Common name | Japanese plum yew |
| Type | Shrubs |
| Variety | Evergreen |
| USDA Zone hardiness | 6a - 9b |
| Exposure | Partial sun |
| Height | 20 to 30' |
| Spread | 15 to 20' |
Plum Yews are a coniferous, evergreen shrubs or small trees with narrow needle like leaves. The fruit is around one inch long and looks like a green olive. Grows best in sandy well-drained slightly acidic soil in partial to full shade in warmer climates, cooler climates plant in sunny locations. Very slow growing may only reach 4 feet over 10 years.
