Overview
Taxus baccata 'Prostrata' is a bushy, spreading branched shrubs in the genus Taxus, part of the Taxaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 2.5-4 metres tall and 1.5-2.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 20-50 years. Taxus baccata 'Prostrata' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. It is low maintenance.
About
Taxus baccata 'Prostrata' is a cultivar of yew, a genus of evergreen shrubs in the Taxaceae family. This bushy, spreading-branched shrub grows to a height of 2.5 to 4 metres with a spread of 1.5 to 2.5 metres, reaching full size over 20 to 50 years. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and can be grown in a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is well-drained. Suitable for all garden aspects and exposed conditions, it is a low-maintenance plant valued for its winter interest.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Taxus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
Plant details
Taxus baccata 'Prostrata' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 20-50 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Taxus baccata 'Prostrata'?
Taxus baccata 'Prostrata' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Taxus baccata 'Prostrata' need?
Taxus baccata 'Prostrata' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Taxus baccata 'Prostrata' grow?
Taxus baccata 'Prostrata' reaches a height of 2.5-4 metres and a spread of 1.5-2.5 metres. It takes around 20-50 years to reach full size.
More in the Taxus genus
- Taxusyew
- Taxus baccatacommon yew
- Taxus baccata 'Barabits' Express'
- Taxus baccata 'Bultinck Orange Beauty'
- Taxus baccata 'Cristata' (m)
- Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata Aureovariegata' (v)
- Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata Robusta' (f)yew 'Fastigiata Robusta'
- Taxus baccata 'Goldener Zwerg' (m)