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Dwarf Japanese Yew

Name: Dwarf Japanese Yew
SKU: 1779
Availability: InStock

$0.00

Full sun

Partial sun

3′-5′

Deer resistant

Category: Shrubs

Description

Description

Dwarf Japanese Yew (Taxus cuspidata ‘Nana’) is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its finely textured, needle-like foliage and neat, mounding growth habit. Native to Japan, this variety of Japanese Yew offers dense, dark green foliage that retains its color year-round, providing reliable structure and greenery to garden beds, borders, and foundation plantings. With its slow-growing and compact nature, Dwarf Japanese Yew is ideal for small spaces or as an accent in larger landscapes.

Typically reaching a height and spread of 3 to 4 feet, Dwarf Japanese Yew has a naturally rounded form that requires minimal pruning to maintain. It thrives in partial to full shade but can also handle full sun in cooler climates. This shrub is hardy in USDA zones 4-7 and prefers well-draining soil. Although Dwarf Japanese Yew is moderately drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from occasional watering during extended dry periods.

Known for its resilience, this yew variety is resistant to deer and most pests, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens. Dwarf Japanese Yew’s dense foliage makes it well-suited for low hedges, foundation plantings, or as a background shrub in mixed borders. Its elegant, evergreen presence and adaptability allow it to add year-round color and texture to formal and informal garden designs alike.

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