Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Nana'
Japanese plum yew 'Nana'
A dwarf spreading cutivar, which will grow up to 1.8 tall and 2.5m wide. Dark green needles are shorter than the ones of the species, and create a fine and delicate texture. Flowers or fruit are not ornamentally significant. This cultivar has show a great tolerance to full-sun contitions, urban pollution and even certain levels of drought, once established.
Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Neutral, Acid, AlkalineColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full shade
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Taxaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Cephalotaxus are evergreen shrubs or small trees, with 2-ranked, linear leaves resembling yew foliage, and somewhat plum-like, fleshy green fruits; male and female flowers are usually on separate plants
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows best in a moist but well drained soil, in part shade. It will tolerate a wide range of soil conditions and full sun in cool, moist climates. Shelter from cold, dry winds.
Propagation
Propagate by seed, softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings of terminal shoots.
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Hedging and screens
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free.
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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