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Taxus baccata 'David'

Welcome to the distinguished presence of Taxus baccata 'David', a cultivar of the classic yew, known for its lush foliage and stately form. This exquisite conifer is adorned with delicate yellow flowers that provide a subtle contrast against its dark green needles. Perfect for creating structured hedges or as a standalone specimen, Taxus baccata 'David' offers year-round beauty and is a testament to the timeless elegance that defines our collection at Heijnen Plants.

Winter hardiness
Very winter hardy

Pruning
Once a year

Growth rate
10-20 cm per year

Visual barrier
Moderately obscuring

Position
Shade, partial shade, sun

Fruiting
Low maintenance

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Height at time of delivery excluding pot/clod
60-80

Planting distance per meter
3

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Height at time of delivery excluding pot/clod
80-100

Planting distance per meter
3

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Height at time of delivery excluding pot/clod
100-120

Planting distance per meter
3

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Height at time of delivery excluding pot/clod
120-140

Planting distance per meter
2,5

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Height at time of delivery excluding pot/clod
140-160

Planting distance per meter
2,5

87.10

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Height at time of delivery excluding pot/clod
160-180

Planting distance per meter
2

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Height at time of delivery excluding pot/clod
180-200

Planting distance per meter
2

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Taxus baccata 'David'

The Taxus baccata 'David' is an exceptional variety of the yew family. Renowned for its resilience and elegant appearance, this cultivar provides year-round beauty with its vibrant green, gold, and yellow foliage. It is ideal for creating a moderately obscuring hedge or for standing proudly as a solitary feature in your garden. The yew's ability to thrive in a variety of soil types and its tolerance for different light conditions make it a versatile choice for any landscape design.

Key Features

The Taxus baccata 'David' is a hardy evergreen, demonstrating significant winter hardiness in temperatures as low as -20.5°C (USDA zone 6b). With a growth rate of 10-20 cm per year, it is a steady grower that will form a dense hedge with time, requiring only one pruning per year. The yew's foliage remains consistently green with touches of gold and yellow throughout all seasons, providing a persistent splash of color to your garden. In the spring, the plant is adorned with delicate yellow flowers, adding to its charm.

Tips

When cultivating Taxus baccata 'David', it is important to plant it in well-drained soil to ensure optimal growth. While it is drought-resistant, regular watering during prolonged dry spells will keep the plant healthy. Semi-ripe cuttings can be taken for propagation, or you may choose to use grafting techniques for more specialized growth results. Pruning should be done once a year to maintain its desired shape; however, the yew is extremely forgiving and can be left to grow naturally without frequent trimming. Whether planted in full sun, partial shade, or shade, this yew will adapt and flourish, making it a truly flexible addition to any garden setting.

Ideal placement of a Taxus

Taxus baccata 'David' thrives in a range of lighting conditions, from full sun to partial shade and even in shaded areas, making it a versatile choice for gardeners. It is essential, however, to provide a location with well-drained soil to prevent waterlogging, which could be detrimental to the plant's health. The root ball of this yew requires a balance of moisture and good aeration to ensure robust growth. With its modest growth rate and excellent winter hardiness down to USDA zone 6b, it can withstand cold climates, maintaining its striking green, gold, and yellow foliage year-round.

Planting a Taxus

When planting Taxus baccata 'David', select a location that can range from full sun to shade, providing versatility in garden design. The soil should be well-drained to accommodate its root ball and promote healthy growth. This yew variety thrives equally well as a stately solitary feature or as a dense, evergreen hedge.

To ensure a robust establishment, space the plants according to their expected width at maturity, allowing for their moderate growth rate of 10 to 20 centimeters annually. It's essential to water the plants regularly after planting until they are fully established, especially since this species can tolerate drought once mature.

Pruning a Taxus

Taxus baccata 'David' requires minimal maintenance and benefits from pruning once per year to maintain its dense, attractive form as a hedge. The ideal time for this is late summer, after the plant has finished its growth spurt. Pruning ensures that the hedge remains tidy throughout the year and encourages new growth, which rejuvenates the foliage to maintain its vibrant green, gold, and yellow tones across all seasons. With its moderate growth rate of 10-20 cm annually, this evergreen can easily be shaped to desired specifications.

Watering a Taxus

Fertilising a Taxus

To ensure the vitality and robust growth of Taxus 'David', it is essential to fertilize with care. As an evergreen with moderate growth rates, this yew benefits from fertilization in early spring, before the onset of the growing season. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to the soil around the base of the plant, taking care not to disturb the root ball.

The nutrients provided by the fertilizer will support the lush, gold-tinged green foliage that remains vibrant through all seasons. The application should be moderate, in accordance with the plant's natural growth pace, to avoid excessive growth that could necessitate additional pruning. A second application can be considered in late summer to prepare the plant for the winter months, ensuring it remains resilient in the face of frost and maintaining winter hardiness within USDA zone 6b.

The characteristics of a Taxus

Taxus baccata 'David' is an exceptional cultivar that thrives in a variety of soil types, making it a versatile choice for gardeners. Its dense foliage provides a lush backdrop in landscape designs throughout the year. This particular yew variety is also known for its more compact growth habit, which makes it ideal for smaller spaces where a commanding presence is desired without overwhelming the area. An occasional light trim will help maintain its shape and encourage fuller growth.

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