TAXUS X MEDIA DENSIFORMIS / DENSE YEW

TAXUS × MEDIA ‘DENSIFORMIS’ / DENSE YEW

Compact, Dense Evergreen for Hedges and Borders
Taxus × media ‘Densiformis,’ commonly known as Dense Yew, is a slow-growing, compact evergreen that forms a thick, dense hedge with its rich green foliage. Its tight growth habit and ability to tolerate both full sun and partial shade make it an excellent choice for privacy screens, foundation plantings, or decorative borders. Highly adaptable, ‘Densiformis’ is also ideal for creating low-maintenance, sculpted shapes in gardens with minimal care required.

Why Choose Dense Yew?

Comparison: Unlike other yew varieties, ‘Densiformis’ has a more compact form, making it perfect for smaller spaces or hedging applications. Compared to taller yews like the ‘Hicksii’ variety, ‘Densiformis’ provides the same soft foliage but in a lower-growing, fuller shape.

Companions: Pairs well with other evergreen shrubs like Boxwood and Holly, as well as flowering plants such as Azalea or Hellebore to create a beautiful and textured landscape.

Key Features:

• Dense, Compact Growth: Forms a thick, full hedge that doesn’t require much pruning.
• Year-Round Green Foliage: Maintains its deep green color throughout all seasons, adding consistent beauty to any garden.
• Low Maintenance: Extremely easy to care for, requiring little to no pruning or shaping once established.
• Shade-Tolerant & Adaptable: Thrives in both sun and shade, making it perfect for a variety of planting conditions.
• Cold-Hardy & Resilient: Tolerates winter weather well and adapts to different soil types.

Specifications:

• Mature Height: 1–1.5 m tall
• Mature Width: 1.5–2 m wide
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate (10–20 cm per year)
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Hardiness: Zone 4–7

Dense Yew is an ideal choice for gardeners seeking a reliable, low-maintenance evergreen that forms dense hedges or borders with minimal effort. Its compact growth, consistent color, and adaptability make it a standout plant for any landscape.