Description
Taxus media 'Densiformis' shrub 30-40 cm C3 | Densiformis yew
Densiformis yew shrub is a compact, broad-spreading and bushy evergreen shrub with a low, spreading outline. Known locally as Densiformis yew, it is the shrub form of Taxus media 'Densiformis'. Its dark green needles remain on the plant throughout the year, giving it a steady evergreen presence in the garden. This form reaches an average mature height of around 120 cm; no mature width is specified. Its broad habit helps distinguish it from a more upright yew form, while its compact, bushy growth gives it a clear shape in planting. The plant can be used as a specimen or as part of a group, and its low outline also suits use as a low hedge. It tolerates pruning, although this is not a claim that it needs no care. Yellow-green flowers may appear in March and April, but they are not described as a showy feature. Fruits are present. All parts of the plant are poisonous, so do not consume any part of it. You can explore other plants in the Taxus genus to compare their forms.
Key features of Densiformis yew (Taxus media 'Densiformis')
- Growth and form: This Densiformis yew shrub grows as a compact, broad-spreading and bushy evergreen. Its low, wide silhouette suits planting where a spreading shrub is wanted. The stated average mature height is around 120 cm; a mature width has not been specified.
- Needles: The evergreen conifer has dark green needles. They provide foliage through the year and are a key part of the shrub’s garden value. No needle size or further detail is specified.
- Light and soil: It tolerates sun, partial shade and shade, giving a choice of positions in the garden. Choose well-drained soil that is rich in humus and contains lime. Good drainage is important.
- Flowers and growth: Yellow-green flowers may appear in March and April. The flowering is a factual seasonal detail rather than a claim of showy bloom. The shrub is slow-growing and tolerates pruning.
- Safety: All parts of the plant are poisonous. Fruits are present, but no part of the plant should be consumed. For more options with year-round foliage, see evergreen shrubs.
Uses of Densiformis yew shrub in the garden
- Specimen planting: Use the compact, bushy shrub as a single plant where its dark green evergreen needles and low, spreading outline can be seen. Its stated mature height of around 120 cm helps describe the scale of this form. No mature width is specified.
- Groups and beds: The broad habit can bring a low, evergreen presence to group planting or a planted bed. Its foliage remains dark green through the year, while its compact outline gives the planting a defined shrub form.
- Low hedging: Densiformis yew can be used for a low hedge. Its bushy, spreading growth suits this use, and the plant tolerates pruning. No spacing or hedge height beyond its average mature height is specified.
- Light and seasonal interest: It can be considered for a garden position in sun, partial shade or shade. The evergreen needles provide year-round foliage, while yellow-green flowers may appear in March and April.
- Hardiness: The stated hardiness range is -34.4°C to -17.8°C, corresponding to USDA zones 4–7. This range is not a guarantee for every local garden or situation.
Densiformis yew shrub is an evergreen option for a specimen accent, group planting, a planted bed or a low hedge. Its compact, broad and bushy form gives these uses a low, spreading character.
