Stonehenge® Yew is the perfect space-saving shrub that grows in a columnar upright habit , plus it maintains it's good looks all year round.
Stonehenge® Yew is the perfect space-saving shrub that grows in a columnar upright habit , plus it maintains it's good looks all year round.
Close up of the lush green foliage of Stonehenge® Yew .
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Stonehenge® Yew is the perfect space-saving shrub that grows in a columnar upright habit , plus it maintains it's good looks all year round.
Stonehenge® Yew is the perfect space-saving shrub that grows in a columnar upright habit , plus it maintains it's good looks all year round.
Close up of the lush green foliage of Stonehenge® Yew .
Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs logo
Stonehenge 3D model
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Stonehenge® Yew (Taxus)

Shrub

  • Space-saving shrub that grows in a columnar habit!
  • Lush evergreen foliage.
  • Thrives in both sun and shade!
  • Zones 4-7, part sun/shade, 10' tall x 4' wide at maturity.
  • ZONE
  • EXPOSURE
  • HEIGHT

More info on plant sizes

Size: One Quart
$34.00
Sale: $34.00 Each
Total: $34.00
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Hand-Picked at Our Greenhouse
Shipped to Your Door
Arrives as a Young Plant
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Hand-Picked at Our Greenhouse
Shipped to Your Door
Arrives as a Young Plant
60 Day Risk-Free Guarantee
Hand-Picked at Our Greenhouse
Shipped to Your Door
Arrives as a Young Plant
60 Day Risk-Free Guarantee
Hand-Picked at Our Greenhouse
Shipped to Your Door
Arrives as a Young Plant
60 Day Risk-Free Guarantee
Hand-Picked at Our Greenhouse
Shipped to Your Door
Arrives as a Young Plant
60 Day Risk-Free Guarantee

Description

Save space without sacrificing impact, with Stonehenge® Yew (Taxus x media). This tall, space-saving shrub grows in a columnar habit that requires no pruning to enjoy! It's incredibly versatile. Use it as a specimen, in a container, or make an impact and use it in mass plantings. No matter where you use it, you'll know it won't take up too much valuable space in your landscape. Stonehenge® Yew is one of the most shade-tolerant evergreens meaning even those with shady landscapes can enjoy the deep green foliage and lush texture this shrub provides!

Details

Botanical name: Taxus x media 'SMNTHDC'
Patent: USPP 31,795
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: 8 - 10' tall x 2-4′ wide
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Year-round
Bloom time:Foliage interest
Features: Winter interest, space savers, rabbit resistant, Proven Winners, privacy & screening, evergreens, container plants, cold tolerant
Uses: Border, specimen, landscaping, container plant

How to Grow

Soil: Grow in any moist but well-drained soil. Avoid very wet sites; tolerates some dryness once established.
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.

Our Guide for Fall Planting

The start of fall may signal the gardening season is coming to a close, but it’s not over yet! There is still plenty of time to enjoy colorful flowers and foliage or even sprinkle in some new perennials and shrubs before winter arrives.

Grow with confidence

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:

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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:

bush distance zigzag

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.

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A.H.

These plants came in packaged perfectly. After unwrapping them, watering them, & letting them get acclimated to its new home for 2 days, I planted them. Theyre doing very well & put off that wonderful evergreen forest aroma. I hope they continue to amaze me! So far so good!

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L.W. (Ohio)
Very tiny plants for the price.

These are quart pots but the plants are seriously SMALL for around $25 each, Ha! Really?

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. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please reach out to [email protected] to start the claims process if necessary.

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S.L. (Illinois)
stonehenge darkgreen

stonehenge has good dark green color,but cheer drops is chlorotic

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A.E. (Connecticut)
Love my plants

I always love my plants that I receive from you guys! I have access to nurseries, but I enjoy the variety that you offer. Thanks so much!

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C.A. (Colorado)
Stonehenge Yew

I ordered 3 Stonehenge Yews, and they came well packed and protected with great instructions. I called with a fertilizer question, and they were well-informed and friendly. The yews are all thriving in their new home!

h
h.c. (Minnesota)
sadly, only one is still alive

i planted 4 of these three summers ago, and only one of them ever showed signs of growth. then this spring, the 3 that were struggling turned brown & died. the other one is still no more than 6" tall, but it is at least alive with new growth on it. i really love the idea of these but don't dare chance it again; would the "skinny" be a better option? thx!

We're sorry you're having trouble with your plants. Our team of horticulture experts would love to assist you. Please contact us with your order number and photos of the plants, so we may further investigate. Thank you for your feedback, and we look forward to helping!

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C.W. (West Virginia)
Disappointing

I purchased 12 of these last yr. Some are thriving while others didn't come back.

We're sorry you're having trouble with your plants. Our team of horticulture experts would love to take a closer look. Please contact [email protected] with your order number and photos of the plants, so we can investigate further. We look forward to helping!

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S.B. (Wisconsin)
Healthy but no new growth yet

I ordered two of these Stonehenge Yews, plus several of the Stonehenge Skinny Yews. They've all been in the ground for a couple of months now. The Skinnies have put on new growth and are filling out, but the regular Stonehenge Yews look healthy but little to no new growth. Hopefully they'll start growing soon.

Hello! Thank you for leaving feedback. When transplanting young plants from a nursery pot to a garden, the plant allocates more energy to root development instead of shoot development (above ground). It's important for them to develop a robust root system so they can absorb the nutrients and water in the soil around them. Then after their root system is more developed, they'll invest in their shoots and flower development. They generally spend their first year growing roots in their new home, in the second year, they have more energy to put into growth; and in the third year, they grow vigorously. We hope this helps. Happy Gardening!

J
J.H. (Minnesota)
Stone Henge Yew

The 3 evergreens arrived healthy and once planted continued to look healthy. They are little plants, so we will see how they weather our MN winter!

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B.D. (Rhode Island)
Stonehenge yew

Looks healthy but seems like they aren't growing

Hello! Thank you for leaving feedback. When transplanting young plants from a nursery pot to a garden, the plant allocates more energy to root development instead of shoot development (above ground). It's important for them to develop a robust root system so they can actually absorb the nutrients and water in the soil around them. Then after their root system is more developed they'll invest in their shoots and flower development. They generally spend their first year growing roots in their new home, the second year they have more energy to put into growth, and the third year, they are growing and flowering vigorously. This applies to plants in the garden center as well as plants you purchase online. We hope this helps. Happy Gardening!

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R.B. (New Jersey)
Disappointed

I planted them in large pots in front of my garage door and I guess with the 90 degree heat we had they must of dried out and the needles are falling off. I thought I would have them grow in the pots so that I could plant them in the ground on each side of my porch steps. I couldn't find anyone that had the 3 gallon size pots to order.

Hello! 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!

https://www.greatgardenplants.com/pages/our-guarantee

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O.

Please provide height of plant at arrival. (Not including the pot)

Great Garden Plants

Hi there! 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.

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S.

I live in zone 8b in a very mild climate. I saw that my zone isn't listed for the Stonehenge yew - what issue would it have in my zone?

Great Garden Plants

Zone 8 may be too hot for Stonehenge Yew which means the plant will struggle to thrive. An alternative you can check out is Squeeze Box Inkberry Holly. You can find that here: https://www.greatgardenplants.com/collections/all/products/squeeze-box%E2%84%A2-inkberry-holly

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h.c.

i bought 4 a couple years back, and they are still no more than 3 inches tall. and this spring i'm seeing needles turn yellow & fall off. ugh! any advice? help--i must keep them alive & growing! thx!

Great Garden Plants

Thank you for contacting us! There could be several reason your Stonehedge Yew. It could be a watering issue if the soil is not well drained or it could be winter burn. Too much water or not enough water would cause the foliage to turn yellow, brittle and fall off.

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A.

Can these take full, hot afternoon sun?

Great Garden Plants

Thank you for contacting us! This plant will thrive in zones 4-7 with full Sun (6+ hours sun), Part-sun (4-6 hours sun) to shade (< 4 hours sun) It will not thrive in full sun. It should be fine with afternoon sun in zones 4-7. Zone 8 or more are the warmer climates and maybe to hot for this plant.

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C.

Does this variety have berries? Looking for a male plant similar to Hill's Yew, which appears to be sold only in Canada.

Great Garden Plants

We have not observed fruit formation here on Stonehenge yew, but we don't know for certain since the plants we offer leave our facility when they are small.