Taxus x media

Hicks Yew

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Vigorous evergreen conifer hybrid with dense dark green foliage. Slow growth makes it ideal for hedges and topiary. Highly toxic to pets.
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Plant Details

Common Name Hicks Yew
Family Taxaceae
Genus Taxus
Species X Media
Variety Common Cultivar
Origin Hybrid (Europe/Asia)
Blooming Small pollen cones in early spring, female seeds form red arils later.
Leaf Color Dark green with yellowish new growth
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained acidic loam or peat mix. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during active growth. Reduce watering in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade. Prefers bright light but tolerates low light indoors if kept cool.

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release conifer fertilizer in early spring before new growth starts.

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Pruning

Prune in late summer or early autumn. Avoid cutting into old wood without buds.

Pest Control Caterpillar Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Apr
May
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Jul
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 18000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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