English Yew – Taxus baccata 60 Seeds | Evergreen Conifer | Hardy Landscape Classic Topiary Favorite | Shade Tolerant | Long-Lived Ornamental Tree

Grow a timeless landscape classic with these 60 English Yew (Taxus baccata) seeds. This long-lived evergreen conifer is prized for its dense, dark green foliage, elegant structure, and exceptional tolerance to pruning.

Native to Europe, Southwestern Asia, and Northern Africa, English Yew typically grows 30–60 feet tall and forms a wide-spreading, dense canopy. Mature trees develop attractive reddish-brown, scaly bark and maintain rich green needles year-round. The flat, two-ranked foliage gives the tree a refined, formal appearance—perfect for hedges and topiary.

Female plants produce bright red, berry-like arils in late summer and fall that attract birds. (Plants are dioecious, meaning male and female plants are separate.) English Yew is one of the best evergreen conifers for shady areas and responds extremely well to shaping and pruning.

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

You will receive:
✔️ 60 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 (tolerates full shade)
Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
Watering: Medium; keep evenly moist, not soggy
Mature Height: 30–60 feet
Growth Rate: Slow
USDA Zones: 6–8
Container Friendly: Yes (suitable 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: English Yew benefits from warm stratification followed by cold stratification before sowing. Patience is key—germination can take time due to natural dormancy.