About

The Duke Gardens Plum Yew, scientifically known as Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Duke Gardens', is a compact and attractive evergreen shrub that adds year-round interest to gardens and landscapes. This cultivar is known for its dense, rich green foliage and low-maintenance nature.

The Overall Plant

The Duke Gardens Plum Yew is a slow-growing, compact evergreen shrub that typically reaches a height of 4-6 feet and a spread of 4-6 feet. It is hardy in USDA zones 6-9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. This plant thrives in well-drained, acidic soil and can tolerate various light conditions, from full sun to deep shade. Its versatility and low-maintenance characteristics make it an excellent choice for foundation plantings, mass plantings, and as a specimen plant in woodland gardens or mixed borders.

The Foliage

One of the standout features of the Duke Gardens Plum Yew is its attractive foliage. The dark green, needle-like leaves are densely arranged in a spiraling pattern around the stems, providing a lush and elegant appearance. The evergreen nature of the foliage ensures year-round color and interest, making this plant an excellent addition to gardens where a consistent display is desired.

The Fruit

While the Duke Gardens Plum Yew does not produce flowers, it does bear fruit in the form of small, fleshy drupes. These olive-like fruits are green to brownish-purple in color and typically measure about 1 inch in length. Although the fruits are not edible for humans, they do provide a food source for birds and other wildlife. The presence of these fruits adds an additional layer of interest to the plant and contributes to its overall appeal.

Care & Guarantee

Every plant comes with our expert planting guide that will cover the specifics to ensure your plant grows absolutely nuts. It also comes with our free 30 day guarantee so if you aren't happy we got you covered.

Why Flora's Market?

We're not some middleman or corporate farm, when you buy from Flora's Market you are buying directly from a family of growers that's been doing it for generations. We pride ourselves on quality, that's why we back our plants 100% with our grower guarantee. If you're not happy don't sweat it, we got you covered.