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Yewtopia Plum Yew

Name: Yewtopia Plum Yew
Brand: Cephalotaxus
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Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Plania'

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

48 inches

Width

48 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Low

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

Long-lived evergreen shrub

Native To

Japan, Korea, China

Toxicity

Mildly toxic if ingested

The Story

Plant Bio

Cephalotaxus harringtonia, the Japanese Plum Yew, is a versatile, shade-loving evergreen conifer. It is highly valued for its yew-like appearance but with superior tolerance for heat, humidity, and deer browsing. Yewtopia ('Plania') is a distinctive cultivar selected for its compact, vase-shaped, upright growth habit. It is exceptionally heat and drought tolerant, making it a superb low-maintenance choice for shady spots, especially in warmer climates.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Yewtopia offers superb texture with its dark green, flattened needles and an elegant, vase-shaped structure that provides year-round architectural interest in the shade garden.

It is an incredibly tough and adaptable plant, serving as a problem-solver for dry shade and areas with heavy deer pressure. Its low-maintenance nature makes it ideal for commercial and residential landscapes.

Its dense evergreen branches provide valuable year-round shelter for small birds and other wildlife.

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Where to Buy

Sooner Plant Farm

1+ Gal Pot

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a location in shade or part-sun with well-drained soil.
Plum yews are adaptable to soil type but drainage is key.
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball.
Set the plant in the hole with the top of the root ball at soil level.
Backfill with native soil and water thoroughly to settle.
Water regularly during the first year to establish roots.

Pro Tip

Plant Plum Yews in shady areas where other evergreens fail; their drought and deer tolerance is exceptional.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide good drainage.
Water deeply but infrequently once established.
Plant in shade for the best foliage color.
Prune only as needed to maintain its natural form.

Don't

Do not plant in waterlogged or constantly wet soil.
Avoid planting in direct, hot afternoon sun.
Don't over-fertilize; they are not heavy feeders.
Avoid shearing into unnatural shapes.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Durable foundation plant for shady areasTextural accent in woodland gardensLow-maintenance, deer-proof hedge

Companion Plants

Hosta Heuchera Astilbe Brunnera macrophylla Carex

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Yewtopia Plum Yew questions

What zones can Yewtopia Plum Yew grow in?

Yewtopia Plum Yew is hardy in USDA Zones 6–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Yewtopia Plum Yew deer resistant?

Yes — Yewtopia Plum Yew is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Yewtopia Plum Yew bloom?

Yewtopia Plum Yew typically blooms in early spring through early spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Yewtopia Plum Yew need full sun?

Yewtopia Plum Yew does best in part shade.

Is Yewtopia Plum Yew drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Yewtopia Plum Yew handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.