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Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata' /Prostrate Japanese Plum Yew
This plum yew hovers near the ground and makes an excellent ground-covering shrub
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This plum yew hovers near the ground and makes an excellent ground-covering shrub
The yellowish stamens and green leaves
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Scientific Name:
Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata'
Common Name:
Prostrate Japanese Plum Yew
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Needleleaf
Hardiness Zone:
7, 8, 9
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Height:
2- 5 feet
Spread:
3 -5 feet
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun, Morning sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist, Dry
Rate of Growth:
Slow
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
This slow, low growing evergreen needs little or no pruning, However, it may be pruned at the end of winter if it is needed. Makes a nice ground-covering shrub. Provide a well drained soil. Fertilize members of this genus in late winter or early spring just before new growth begins.