Nana Japanese plum yew
Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Nana'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to full shade
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size3 to 6 feet tall4 to 9 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Arching
- Bloom color
- Non-flowering
- Soil types
- Sand, clay
Garden uses
Notes
'Nana' Japanese plum yew (Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Nana') is a shrub for borders, shade gardens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full sun to full shade and dry to moist, sandy or clay soil. It grows slowly into an arching evergreen mound that is wider than it is tall. The plant is drought tolerant and needs little care. It sits low on the menu for deer.
Pairs well with Oakleaf hydrangea, Autumn fern, and Wild geranium.