Stonehenge Skinny® Yew (Taxus)
Shrub
- Super narrow, space-saving habit.
- Like an evergreen exclamation point in your landscape or garden.
- Extremely shade tolerant.
- Virtually maintenance-free.
- Zones 4-7, Full sun to shade, 6-8' tall and 1’ wide at maturity.
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Description
Details
Patent: USPP 32,306
Common name: Yew
Zone: 4 – 7
Sun exposure: Sun (6+ hours sun), Part-sun (4-6 hours sun) to shade (< 4 hours sun)
Height x width: 6 - 8' tall x 1′ wide
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Year-round
Bloom time: Foliage interest
Features: Winter interest, rare & unusual, rabbit resistant, Proven Winners, privacy & screening, evergreens
Uses: Border, specimen, landscaping, container plant
How to Grow
Light: Sun (6+ hours sun), Part-sun (4-6 hours sun) to shade (< 4 hours sun); grows even in deep shade.
Water: Average.
Space: 3-4' apart
Fertilizing: Apply a granular rose or garden fertilizer in early spring if desired.
Winterizing: A good 2-3″ layer of mulch is recommended; Avoid extreme dry soil in autumn, which can cause the evergreen foliage to dry out in winter.
Maintenance: No pruning is required. It may be trimmed if desired.
Note: Yew is not deer resistant and will not do well in areas often visited by deer.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
1 qt. specimen was intact after delivery. It was packed in moist soil, had a healthy root system and some new growth on top. Looking good!
I ordered two of these plants. They look so healthy and perfect for the narrow space I needed them for.
I planted three of these. They are growing, but very slowly. Survived the dry winter which was a plus.
Looks great and ready to take off!
2024 - Ordered online after looking for this variety at area nurseries and finding none. Although quart size pots are much smaller than what I wanted, couldn’t beat the price with the sale price & free shipping.
2025- Even with “protection”, one of the three didn’t make it. I suspect it died from dog damage. Moved the other two to a more protected location.
Healthy, but only about 5 inches high, in a cup that was supposed to be a quart, but I have my doubts. I hope I live long enough to see them a normal size. (Bigger sizes were sold out).
Our fall guarantee covers plants received after September 1 until May 2026, so we have you covered. Please send your order number and pictures of your plants to [email protected] to start the claims process if necessary. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
My Skinny Yew came in the time promised...I put it in the ground and it's looking as if it loves it's new home. The space for it was VERY narrow...it will be a perfect fit when grown. So glad I found this little guy <3
Small but healthy plants.
Shipping is expensive, but that is everywhere.
I shop locally first and foremost, but they don't always have the quantity I need, so I appreciate online garden centers for that very reason.
Thank you.
Jeanie Hersey
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Thank you for your feedback! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development!
Stonehenge Skinny® Yew (Taxus)
Highly recommend this company. The plants where packaged perfectly and look so good!
I did expect larger plants for the container size I purchased. They've been in the ground for almost 2 months and have doubled in height. Instructions were clear and accurate,
Well packed, very health and a much larger than I expected. This was not my first Great Garden Plants order and they all have exceeded expectations. Even with their very reasonable shipping charges, the cost per plant is comparable or better than my local garden centers and they have a much better selection of plants.
Got my three varieties in good condition. Was somewhat disappointed by their size but hey, that’s what comes in the stated sized container. The yew had a few brown leaves and the taller arborvitae was bent > 45 degrees halfway up the stalk. I think it will work out if I tie if up to a bamboo stake.
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Your plants should take on their usual shape as they grow and establish in your landscape. All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee. Thank you for your feedback.
Plants arrived quickly and were well packaged. After planting, they started showing signs of new growth. They are still quite small so I am anxious for them to put on some size but overall pleased with my purchase. They were placed in a grouping of three in a shady flowerbed on the north side of my garage. Happy to add an evergreen in the space.
When they arrived they were much smaller than I anticipated but we planted them and they are healthy and growing!
Very young, very small. Pics are deceiving. They should show multiple images of what you’re actually getting.
We're sorry that you're not satisfied with your plants. On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young and photos on our website represent mature plants. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. We appreciate your order and your feedback!
The packing from Great Garden Plants is always inventive and successful. Plants arrived in great condition. The conifer was a little bent, but I suspect it will straighten out. I've planted them in a nursery bed to get a little size before they go to their permanent spots. The prices are a bit steep (kept me from giving five stars), but quality pretty much makes up for that.
I ordered 6 yet only received 4 which looked good and are doing well. The other 2 were received in a second shipment and had a few brown branches so the jury is still out on those
We've got you covered with our 60-day guarantee. We guarantee that you will be satisfied with your purchase and that your plants will arrive healthy, free of pests and diseases, and true to name. Have a problem with your plant? We make it easy to place a claim via email, automated claim process, or use the chat bubble. Simply send us a photo of your plant, your order number, and a brief description of the problem within 60 days of receipt of your order. While we do not accept returns, we are happy to issue refunds. Refunds are based on the plant cost and do not include shipping charges. Allow up to 2 weeks for processing refunds. After 60 days, we cannot be responsible for the plants in your care and will not cover problems with overwintering, animals, insects, diseases, improper planting, drought, flooding, poor drainage, etc. Our goal is that you are successful with our plants (and gardening in general), so our expert staff is here to assist you with any problem you may experience. Any plant shipped dormant in spring is guaranteed to break dormancy, even if it takes longer than 60 days.
Please note: our guarantee does not cover plants grown outside of their recommended growing zones. Verify your USDA zone by clicking 'Growing Zone' in the site navigation and entering your zip code before purchasing.
I waited a long time for these to actualy come onto the open market and they have been so worth it.
I love the look of this skinny yew. It holds its shape so well, and it's very low maintenance, but If you're looking to fill a space quickly look elsewhere. Mine was shipped well, and is very healthy!
They are really small when you get them, but they were super healthy and look great!
My yews are struggling. They are pretty small to begin with and several branches were broken in shipping. Trying to encourage them to grow
We apologize you received your plants not up to our standards. As we try our best to provide exceptional service, some factors like shipping and handling are outside of our control, and issues like this can sometimes happen. Please email pictures of the plant to [email protected], making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line so that we may provide the best assistance possible. Rest assured, we do have a 60-day guarantee on all of our plants. If you received your plants within that timeframe, we will be happy to apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. Happy Gardening!
How big is the one quart in inchesor ft
Our plants are sold in sizes ranging from 4" quarts for perennials to true one-gallons for Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs. You can view our plant sizes here:
https://www.greatgardenplants.com/pages/sizes
How big of a plant will I get in the gallon size?
Hello! Plant size varies widely depending on the variety that you purchase and the time of year.
Can this plant handle zone 8
Hello there! Zone 8 is probably going to be too hot for Stonehenge Skinny® Yew since it's rated for zones 4-7. Take a look at Squeeze Box® Inkberry Holly for an evergreen rated for zone 8:
How big are the quart plants when shipped?
Plant size varies widely depending on the variety that you purchase and the time of year. The important thing when it comes to purchasing plants, whether online or in a garden center, is that they have a full, robust root system, and that's what we prioritize in our growing. The more roots a plant has, the more energy it can put into growing once it is planted in your garden.
Do you carry male and female Stonehenge yew?
Hello! Stonehenge Skinny® Yew is a female variety and will develop red berry-like structures if a male is planted nearby.