How Our Plant Heights Are Measured
All heights listed refer to planted height and do not include the pot or rootball

Product Details
Classic evergreen elegance for structured gardens.
The Taxus baccata, or English Yew, shaped in a column form, is a timeless choice for creating year-round structure, symmetry, and sophistication. With its dense, dark-green foliage and naturally refined appearance, this slow-growing conifer brings formal beauty and lasting impact to any landscape design.
✨ Features & Benefits
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Elegant column shape: Expertly trained for a clean, architectural silhouette.
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Evergreen foliage: Rich, deep green colour provides year-round appeal.
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Low maintenance: Slow-growing and easy to shape or maintain.
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Highly versatile: Ideal for borders, entrances, courtyards, or topiary displays.
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Durable & hardy: Thrives in most soils and withstands cold winters.
🌱 Care Instructions
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Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
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Water: Keep soil evenly moist during establishment; drought tolerant when mature.
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Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil is ideal.
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Pruning: Lightly trim once a year to maintain its column shape.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK and Northern Europe.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It
With its classic form and enduring elegance, the Taxus baccata Column is a favourite for formal gardens, entrances, and landscape designs that value timeless structure. Its rich evergreen texture, longevity, and adaptability make it an investment in lasting garden beauty.
Planting Tips
💧 Watering – Essential for Success
Consistent watering is vital from day one. Ambient rainfall is rarely sufficient, especially in the first season after planting. Water deeply and regularly to help roots establish — this is the main condition of our plant guarantee. Plants that are allowed to dry out may fail to establish and will not be covered under warranty.
Rootballed Plants
Handle rootballed plants with care and do not remove the hessian sacking, netting, or metal wire around the rootball. These materials are designed to hold the root system together during planting and will naturally break down in the soil. Simply place the rootball in the prepared planting hole, making sure it sits at the same depth it was previously growing. Backfill with soil, firm in gently, and water thoroughly.
Potted Plants
Remove the plant carefully from its pot and lightly tease out any circling roots before planting. Place it in a hole slightly larger than the pot, ensuring the top of the rootball is level with the surrounding soil. Backfill, firm in gently, and water generously.
Trees & Tall Plants
When planting trees or taller plants, always provide a strong stake or support for at least the first growing season. This helps the roots establish firmly and prevents wind damage. Position the stake on the windward side and secure the stem loosely with a soft tie, allowing for slight movement.
Need more help?
Have you got any questions? Feel free to contact us.
Email: info@hedgingsupplies.co.uk
Phone: 01509 270 943


