Stricta Aurea English yew
Taxus baccata 'Stricta Aurea'
USDA zones6 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Habit
- Conical
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Stricta Aurea' English yew (Taxus baccata 'Stricta Aurea') is an evergreen shrub for specimen planting, hedges, accents, and privacy screens. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. Its conical shape gives the garden structure and interest through winter. Birds visit it, and it needs little care.
Pairs well with Oakleaf hydrangea, Christmas fern, Foam flower, and Daffodil.