.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Hicksii' Anglojap Yew Taxus media 'Hicksii' Description A dense, upright evergreen shrub with slender, arching branches and fine, dark green foliage. Ideal for hedges and screens, it provides year-round privacy and visual interest. Suggested Uses Perfect for formal hedges, border plantings, foundation plantings, and privacy screens in garden landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Hicksii' Anglojap Yew Taxus media 'Hicksii' Common Name: Hicksii' Anglojap Yew Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 ft in height with a spread of 2-4 ft, with a slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 5-7, suitable for cooler temperate regions. Foliage Type: Evergreen, needle-like foliage with a fine texture. Bloom Time: Cones may appear in late spring to early summer, not typically showy. Growth Rate: Slow to moderate, approximately 6-12 inches per year. Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. Attracts Pollinators: No significant attraction. Indoor Friendly: Not recommended for indoor planting. Container Friendly: Suitable for container planting with proper drainage. Deer Resistant: Yes, generally resistant. Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested. Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Boxwoods, yews, and other evergreen shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space plants about 2-4 ft apart. Soil Moisture: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, acidic to neutral soils. Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity. Pruning Instructions: Light pruning to maintain shape; remove dead or crossing branches in late winter or early spring. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulching helps retain moisture. Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container. Fertilization: Apply a slow-release evergreen fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Avoid overwatering and ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.