Taxus ‘Hicksii’ – Hicks Yew Live Starter Plant | 5–7 Inches Tall | Evergreen Columnar Shrub | Privacy Hedge Plant | Shade Tolerant

Add structure and year-round greenery to your landscape with Taxus ‘Hicksii’, a popular yew variety known for its dense, upright, columnar growth habit. This well-rooted starter plant develops into a tall, narrow evergreen, making it perfect for privacy hedges, foundation plantings, or formal garden designs. Highly versatile and shade tolerant, Hicks Yew thrives in a variety of conditions and responds well to pruning, allowing you to shape it to your needs. Its rich green foliage provides a classic, elegant look in any garden setting. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live yew starter plant
✔️ Height: approximately 5–7 inches
✔️ Shipped in 2.5 x 3.5 inch nursery pot
✔️ Well-rooted, healthy plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Hicks Yew
Botanical Name: Taxus × media ‘Hicksii’
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub/tree
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining sandy or loamy soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist while establishing
Mature Size: 12+ feet tall (narrow growth habit)
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 4–7
Container Friendly: Yes (young plants; best planted in ground long-term)

💡 Care Tip: Ensure good drainage, as yews do not tolerate waterlogged soil. Prune as needed to maintain shape and density—ideal for formal hedges or privacy screens.