Overview
Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen' is a bushy conifers in the genus Taxus, part of the Taxaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen' grows best in full shade, full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include hedging and screens, topiary and ground cover.
About
Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen' is a bushy cultivar of the Taxus genus, which consists of small evergreen trees or large shrubs with dense, needle-like foliage. This cultivar thrives in a variety of light conditions, from full sun to full shade, and adapts well to different soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is well-drained. Suitable for hedging, topiary, and ground cover, it is hardy in the UK (H7) and grows best in fertile, well-drained soil. It is of interest during spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Taxus
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers, Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Hedging and screens, Topiary, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen'
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to tortrix moth, vine weevil, gall mites and scale insects
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to phytophthora root diseases and honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen'?
Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen' prefers full shade, full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen' need?
Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen' 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.
Is Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen' hardy in the UK?
Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Taxus cuspidata 'Silver Queen'?
Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings.
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