Hicks Yew 'Hicksii'

Taxus × media 'Hicksii' is a popular and versatile hybrid yew, excellent for formal hedges, screens, or as an upright specimen. It forms a dense, columnar to broadly columnar habit, eventually reaching an ultimate height of 4-6 metres with a spread of 2-3 metres. Its dark green needles are arranged in attractive sprays. This cultivar is very hardy (H7) and adaptable, thriving in most well-drained soils, from acidic to alkaline, and tolerating a wide range of light, from full sun to deep shade. Female plants produce abundant red arils, adding winter interest. 'Hicksii' is renowned for its reliability and ease of maintenance, taking well to pruning. Holds an RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Sun: Full sun to full shade.

Soil: Well-drained, adaptable.

Hardiness: H7 — below −20°C.