Yew Pine | Versatile Evergreen Hedge & Topiary Shrub

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Yew Pine

Podocarpus macrophyllus

Classic Narrow Pyramid for Hedges & Topiary • Excellent Shade Tolerance • Glossy, Fine-Textured Foliage

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Description

The Yew Pine, or Buddhist Pine, is a classic, versatile evergreen that brings timeless elegance and structure to any landscape. With its dense, upright pyramidal form and long, narrow, glossy dark green leaves, it resembles a fine-textured yew but is tougher and more adaptable. Exceptionally shade tolerant and responding beautifully to pruning, it excels as a dense formal hedge, a sleek topiary, or a handsome small specimen tree, offering year-round sophistication with minimal fuss.

Forms a dense, upright, narrowly pyramidal shape with long, narrow, glossy dark green leaves.
Highly shade tolerant, making it one of the best evergreens for shady areas.
Responds excellently to pruning and shearing, ideal for creating formal hedges, screens, or topiary.
A slow to moderate-growing evergreen, reaching 15-20 feet tall but easily maintained at any height.
Adaptable to a wide range of soils and conditions; deer resistant.
A premier choice for foundation plantings, privacy screens, and adding vertical structure to gardens.

Quick Facts

Features:Foliage: Linear-lanceolate leaves with blunt tips, glossy deep green,Form: Narrow pyramidal habit when young, maturing to oval crown,Bark: Attractive reddish-brown peeling texture
Mature Height: 15-20 ft
Mature Width: 6-15 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate (12-18"/year)
Light Needs: Full sun to deep shade
Key Advantages:Superior shade tolerance,Drought resistant once established,Deer resistant,Urban pollution tolerant,Low maintenance
Landscape Uses:Formal hedges,Privacy screens,Foundation plantings,Asian-style gardens,Topiary specimens

Faqs

Q: How fast will it grow as a hedge?
A: It has a moderate growth rate of about 1-2 feet per year under good conditions. To create a dense hedge quickly, plant them close together (about 2-3 feet apart). They will fill in and can be sheared to the desired height and width.

Q: Is it related to the toxic English Yew (Taxus)?
A: No, it is not related. Despite the common name "Yew Pine," Podocarpus is in a different family and its berries and foliage are not highly toxic like true yews (Taxus). However, the fruit is not considered edible. Always exercise caution with children and pets.

Q: Can it be grown in a container?
A: Yes, it is an excellent container plant, often used for patio privacy screens or formal accents. Its slow growth and responsiveness to pruning make it ideal for long-term container culture.

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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