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Tim Wood
Grand Haven, MI, USA

STONEHENGE DARK DRUID®

Yew

Taxus

'SMNTHDB'

PP#32,419; CBRAF

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  • Boxwood substitute
  • Fast growing
  • Dense branching
Description

Need a neat and tidy yew with outstanding color? Get Stonehenge Dark Druid Taxus! Noted for its rich, dark green foliage and tight round habit, this yew is a useful and versatile low-mounded plant that can be used like boxwood. It has superb hardiness and winter coloration.

USDA Zone
4 - 7 (-30°F/-34.4°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun, Shade
Height
3' - 4'
Width
3'
Finish Time
1.5 seasons
Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

Soil

Adaptable to various soil pH levels, but good drainage is imperative.

Pruning

Little required; may be shaped or trimmed in late spring, after the new growth has emerged but before it hardens off.

Uses

Hedges, mixed borders, foundation plantings, specimen.

Growing Tips

Benefits from mulch. Protect from deer.

  • Benchcard: Stonehenge Dark Druid® Taxus Benchcard
  • Tag: Stonehenge Dark Druid® Taxus tag
  • Grower Sheet: Stonehenge Dark Druid® Taxus Professional Grower Sheet
  • Plant of the Week: Plant of the Week December 19, 2019
  • Spec Sheet: Stonehenge® Taxus Spec Sheet

    • Features: Alkaline soil, Clay soil, Evergreen, Salt tolerant, Winter interest

    Filters: Botanical genus: Taxus, Common name: Yew, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Exposure: Shade, Green foliage

    Features: Alkaline soil, Clay soil, Evergreen, Salt tolerant, Winter interest

    Filters: Botanical genus: Taxus, Common name: Yew, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Exposure: Shade, Green foliage