Canada Yew
Taxus canadensis
Overview
Canada Yew (Taxus canadensis) is an evergreen conifer native to North America. It has flat needles that are dark green in color and can grow up to 10 feet tall. Its branches and trunk are usually gray in color. This species has very slow growth rate and prefers moist, acidic soil. The berries are toxic to humans but are a food source to birds. It is often found in the understory of deciduous and mixed wood forests. Canada Yew is highly tolerant of pollution and is sometimes used in landscaping. It is also popular among gardeners for its versatile and low-maintenance growing requirements.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimal — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun Partial sun.
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Clay
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, June, July.
Propagation
Cutting, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation, Seed Propagation, Tissue Culture
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