English Yew – Taxus baccata 480 Seeds | Evergreen Conifer | Hardy Landscape Classic Topiary Favorite | Shade Tolerant | Long-Lived Ornamental Tree

Grow a classic, long-living evergreen with these 480 English Yew (Taxus baccata) seeds. This elegant conifer has been used for centuries in formal gardens, estate landscapes, and historic churchyards due to its dense foliage and remarkable lifespan.

English Yew typically matures at 30–60 feet tall with a wide-spreading, dense branching structure. Mature trees develop attractive reddish-brown, scaly bark and rich dark green needles arranged in a distinctive two-ranked pattern. The foliage remains vibrant year-round, making it ideal for structured landscapes and evergreen privacy.

Female plants produce bright red, ornamental arils in late summer and fall that attract birds. (Plants are dioecious, meaning male and female plants are separate.) English Yew is highly prized for hedges, screens, topiary shaping, bonsai, and shaded garden areas.

You will receive seeds similar in size and quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 480 English Yew seeds
✔️ Fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Seeds are not pretreated

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: English Yew
Botanical Name: Taxus baccata
Plant Type: Evergreen conifer shrub or small tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade (excellent shade tolerance)
Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
Watering: Medium; keep evenly moist but not soggy
Mature Height: 30–60 feet
Growth Rate: Slow
USDA Zones: 6–8
Container Friendly: Yes (excellent for bonsai and container shaping)

⚠️ Safety Note: All parts of the plant are highly toxic except the red fleshy aril surrounding the seed. Keep away from pets and children.

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds for 24 hours. Warm stratify for 90–200 days, then cold stratify for 60–120 days at approximately 40°F before sowing 1/4 inch deep. Germination can be slow due to natural dormancy.