| Common Name | European Yew |
| Family | Taxaceae |
| Genus | Taxus |
| Species | Baccata |
| Origin | Europe, Northwest Africa, Southwest Asia |
| Blooming | Dioecious; pollen cones in spring, arils mature autumn |
| Leaf Color | Dark green needles with red arils |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Loamy, well-drained soil; tolerates clay and chalk. Avoid waterlogging.
Keep soil moist but not soggy; reduce watering in winter dormancy.
Prefers partial shade outdoors; bright indirect light indoors to prevent needle scorch.
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth starts.
Highly responsive to pruning; shape year-round, best in late summer/autumn.
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