TAXUS X MEDIA SUNBURST / SUNBURST YEW

TAXUS X MEDIA ‘SUNBURST’ / SUNBURST YEW

A Vibrant, Hardy Evergreen for Year-Round Color
Taxus x media ‘Sunburst,’ commonly known as Sunburst Yew, is a striking evergreen known for its unique, vibrant golden-yellow foliage that brightens any garden throughout the year. This compact shrub offers a refined, dense growth habit, making it ideal for small spaces, borders, or as an accent plant. The Sunburst Yew’s ability to thrive in both sun and shade, coupled with its low maintenance needs, makes it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking year-round color and texture.

Why Choose Sunburst Yew?

Comparison: Sunburst Yew stands out from other yew varieties due to its eye-catching golden-yellow foliage that provides a soft, glowing presence in the garden. Unlike traditional green yews, this variety adds vibrant color and interest, while maintaining the same dense, compact growth habit. It's an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance evergreen with a bold color twist.

Companions: Pairs well with darker, evergreen shrubs like Boxwood or Juniper for a contrast in color. It also looks great next to flowering plants like Roses or Lavender, which can provide a soft, colorful backdrop to highlight its unique foliage.

Key Features:

• Vibrant Golden-Yellow Foliage: The golden-yellow needles provide year-round color, brightening up your landscape even during the colder months.
• Compact, Dense Growth: Grows in a neat, rounded form, making it ideal for small spaces, foundation plantings, or as a hedge.
• Shade Tolerant: Thrives in both full sun and partial shade, providing flexibility in planting locations.
• Hardy & Resilient: Tolerates a wide variety of soil types and is resistant to drought, making it ideal for USDA zones 5–7.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, it requires little care, making it an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a hassle-free, reliable plant.

Specifications:

• Mature Height: 1–1.5 m tall
• Mature Width: 1.2–1.5 m wide
• Growth Rate: Slow (5–10 cm per year)
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Hardiness: Zone 5–7

Sunburst Yew is a fantastic addition to any landscape, providing vibrant golden-yellow foliage, a compact growth habit, and low-maintenance care. Whether used as a border plant, accent, or in mixed garden settings, it adds an exciting splash of color to your garden year-round.