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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 90 days +, cold stratify for 60 days +

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, keep moist, mulch the seed bed, cover seedbed with some shade, can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

Other: Sporadic germination may occur over a 2-3 year period

Native to: China, China (Heilongjiang), Japan, Korea, Korea (South), Northeast China, southeastern Russia

Introduced to: Europe, North America as ornamental

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Taxus cuspidataTaxus cuspidata

Japanese Yew

In Stock: 9.832 lb (Total:9.832lb)

Taxus cuspidata

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9.83 lb

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Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

9,702

Quantity:

9.83 lb

Collected in:

China
Jiangsu

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835682

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 90 days +, cold stratify for 60 days +

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, keep moist, mulch the seed bed, cover seedbed with some shade, can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

Other: Sporadic germination may occur over a 2-3 year period

Native to: China, China (Heilongjiang), Japan, Korea, Korea (South), Northeast China, southeastern Russia

Introduced to: Europe, North America as ornamental

Native

Introduced

Discover the elegance of Taxus cuspidata, commonly known as Japanese Yew, a versatile needled evergreen that transforms landscapes with its refined beauty and practical benefits. Native to Japan, Korea, and parts of China and Russia, this graceful tree or large shrub thrives in Zones 4 to 7 and is celebrated for its adaptability, even in challenging urban environments. Reaching heights of 30 to 50 feet in its natural habitat, Japanese Yew is perfect for hedges, privacy screens, or as a striking specimen plant. It tolerates full sun to part shade and is ideal for shady spots where other evergreens might struggle. With medium water requirements and low maintenance needs, it thrives in sandy or loamy, well-drained soils. Its dark green, lanceolate leaves maintain their elegance year-round, transitioning to a reddish-brown or yellow hue in winter. Female plants feature distinctive red arils, adding a touch of color. Pruning is well-tolerated, allowing for creative topiary shapes. From privacy screens to woodland gardens, Taxus cuspidata offers timeless appeal, but caution is advised as most parts are toxic if ingested.