Fastigiata Irish Yew (Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata' (Stricta)) Unavailable

Fastigiata Irish Yew

Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata' (Stricta)

Irish Yew

Currently unavailable

Coniferous evergreen tree with a rigid, upright branching habit. Needles are dark green above, streaked with dull green, narrow shining midrib below. Small green flowers appear in March to April and turn into red fruits.

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Plant facts

Mature height30'
Mature spread8'
Growth rateSlow
SunFull Sun to Full Shade
WaterModerate
USDA hardiness zone6
Foliage colorDark Green

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Quick answers

How big does Fastigiata Irish Yew get?

About 30' tall and 8' wide at maturity.

How much sun does Fastigiata Irish Yew need?

Full Sun to Full Shade.

How much water does Fastigiata Irish Yew need?

Moderate water use.

Will Fastigiata Irish Yew grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?

It is rated hardy to USDA zone 6, so it suits sites in zone 6 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.

Where can I buy Fastigiata Irish Yew in Utah?

Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.

Can landscape contractors buy Fastigiata Irish Yew wholesale?

Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.

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