Key Characteristics
• Mature Size: 8–15 ft tall | 6–12 ft wide (varies by cultivar)
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• Form: Upright to spreading evergreen shrub
• Foliage: Dark green, needle-like leaves
• Lifespan: 50+ years with proper siting and care
Planting & Care Considerations
• Partial shade to shade preferred; protect from winter sun
• Requires excellent drainage—standing water causes decline
• Avoid exposure to drying winter winds
• Winter watering during dry periods is important
Why Anglo Japanese Yew Works on the Front Range
• One of the most cold-hardy yews available
• Excellent shade tolerance compared to most evergreens
• Responds very well to pruning and shaping
• Reliable evergreen structure for protected Front Range sites
Common Problems
• Winter burn in exposed locations• Root rot in poorly drained soils
• Occasional spider mites in hot, dry sites
Best Use Scenarios
• Foundation plantings
• Formal hedges and screens
• Shaded courtyards and north-facing sites
• Landscapes needing evergreen structure in low light
Great Western Tree Care
Larkspur, CO Location
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Larkspur, CO 80118
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Aurora, CO Location
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10730 E Bethany Dr
Aurora, CO 80014
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