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

Product Details
🌿 English Yew (Taxus baccata) | Potted | 90–100cm | 5 Litre
Unlike some competitors, our potted plant height is a true planted height – measured from the top of the pot to the top of the plant
Planting density: 3 plants per metre
Compost required: 1/3 bag per plant (3 plants per 60L bag)
Bonemeal required: 70g per plant (~21 plants per 1.5kg bag)
Establish your yew hedge now — dense, dark and built to last centuries.
At 90–100cm in height, this potted English Yew is an excellent size for a new hedge or infilling gaps. Supplied in a 5 litre pot with a developed root system, it establishes reliably and grows at 20–40cm per year.
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✨ Features & Benefits
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Strong root system: Plant any time the ground is not frozen.
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Steady growth: 20–40cm per year in good conditions.
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Exceptionally versatile: Thrives in sun or shade.
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Dense, dark foliage: Year-round formal structure.
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Topiary-ready: Responds superbly to clipping.
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Fully hardy: Native to the UK.
🌱 Care Instructions
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Light: Full sun to full shade.
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Water: Keep well watered during the first growing season.
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Soil: Well-drained soil essential; avoid waterlogging.
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Pruning: Trim once or twice a year.
📏 Product Details
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Height: 90–100cm, measured without the pot
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Pot size: 5 litre
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Growth rate: 20–40cm per year
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Evergreen: Yes
🌿 Why Choose English Yew?
Taxus baccata is the gold standard of formal hedging. Its deep green foliage clips to a crisp edge, making it a first choice for formal gardens and long-lasting boundaries.
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

