Hicksii Yew

Hicksii Yew - Upright Evergreen Hedge Shrub | 10-12 Feet Tall, Individual Plants

Add classic evergreen structure and dependable privacy to your landscape with the Hicksii Yew. This elegant evergreen shrub is prized for its upright growth habit, dense branching, and rich dark green foliage that provides year-round coverage. Known for its versatility and refined appearance, Hicksii Yew is a popular choice for formal hedges, foundation plantings, and landscape screens.

Its soft needle-like foliage grows densely along upright branches, forming a tall, narrow shrub that can easily be shaped into hedges or left to grow naturally. Female plants may produce small red berry-like arils that add subtle seasonal interest and attract birds. With its strong adaptability and timeless appearance, Hicksii Yew delivers dependable evergreen beauty for both formal and traditional landscapes.

Why You'll Love the Hicksii Yew

Excellent Privacy Hedge: Dense evergreen foliage creates a natural privacy screen and wind barrier.

Elegant Upright Growth: Growing 10 to 12 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide at maturity with a narrow columnar form.

Year-Round Evergreen Color: Deep green needle-like foliage provides continuous landscape coverage.

Highly Versatile Plant: Works beautifully in formal hedges, foundation plantings, and landscape borders.

Hicksii Yew Details

Botanical Name: Taxus × media 'Hicksii'
Type: Evergreen shrub
Mature Size: 10-12' tall × 3-4' wide (upright columnar habit)
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate growth rate
Light: Full sun to full shade
Soil: Well-drained soil adaptable to many soil types
Water: Water regularly until established, moderate drought tolerance once mature
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7

Growing Conditions

Soil Adaptability: Performs best in well-drained soil but adapts to sandy, loamy, or moderately clay soils. Avoid consistently wet planting areas.

Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun to full shade, making it highly versatile for various landscape locations.

Hardiness: USDA zones 4-7, making it very cold hardy and well suited for northern climates.

Care Instructions

Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, this shrub becomes moderately drought tolerant.

Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain hedge shape or control size if desired.

Fertilizing: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy foliage growth.

Landscaping Uses

Versatile Applications: Hicksii Yew’s dense evergreen foliage and upright form make it suitable for: privacy hedges, foundation plantings, formal gardens, property borders, and landscape screens.

Formal Hedge Excellence: Its narrow columnar growth and tolerance for pruning make it ideal for structured hedges and classic landscape designs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far apart should I plant Hicksii Yew? For hedges or screens, space plants 3 to 4 feet apart on center to allow for dense coverage.

Is Hicksii Yew evergreen? Yes, it maintains its rich green needle-like foliage year round, providing consistent landscape structure.

Does Hicksii Yew tolerate shade? Yes, it grows well in full sun to full shade, making it a versatile evergreen for many planting locations.