Taxus ‘Davastoniana’

Taxus baccata 'Davastoniana' (also known as yew with hanging branches) is a special ornamental conifer, valued for its elegant form and architectural appearance.

General description

Taxus baccata 'Davastoniana' is slow growing with long, arching and pendulous branches that give it a graceful and distinctive appearance. The crown is initially conical, becoming wider and irregular with maturity.

Dimensions

• Height at maturity: 3–5 m

• Width: 4–6 m

• Growth Rate: slow

Foliage

• Colored needles dark green, shiny

• Persistent throughout the year

• Dense arrangement on the branches

Fruits

• Produce decorative red arils (specific to yews), very attractive in autumn

• ⚠️ Attention: all parts of the plant are toxic except the aril

Planting requirements

• Exposure: partial shade – shade (also tolerates the sun, if the soil is sufficiently moist)

• Soil: fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral

• Watering: moderate; does not tolerate excess water

Resistance

• Very frost resistant

• Pollution and wind tolerant

• Tolerates trimming and shaping well

Use in landscaping

• Plant solitary with accent role

• Ideal for classical, Japanese gardens or natural landscapes

• Suitable for shady areas, where other conifers are difficult to grow