Shrubs

Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Duke Gardens' (Japanese Plum Yew)

Cephalotaxus harringtonia

Also known as Cephalotaxus 'Duke Gardens'

$23.95
SunPart shade to full shade
💧WaterModerate
🌡Zones6-9
🦌DeerResistant
🌊CoastalSuitable

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About This Plant

Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Duke Gardens' (Japanese Plum Yew), 'Duke Gardens', is valued for its garden character and seasonal interest in PNW landscapes.

Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Duke Gardens' is an ornamental shrub valued for its seasonal interest and the role it plays in the garden landscape.

Full sun to part shade suits this species. Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Hardy USDA Zone 5 to 9. Provide consistent moisture during establishment. Watch for general pest pressures common to the region.

For a Pacific Northwest native shrub of similar character, consider Mahonia aquifolium (Tall Oregon Grape, Oregon state flower), Philadelphus lewisii (Mock Orange), or Holodiscus discolor (Oceanspray) , all support native pollinators and birds.

Plant Details

Botanical
Cephalotaxus harringtonia
Common name
Cephalotaxus 'Duke Gardens'
Lifecycle
Perennial
Foliage type
Evergreen
Mature size
2-3 ft tall × 3-5 ft wide
Growth rate
Slow
Bloom time
Non-flowering (conifer)
Bloom color
Purple
Foliage color
Red-burgundy

Care Notes

Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil in part to full shade. Tolerates deep shade well. Little maintenance required; trim lightly if shaping is desired.

Garden Attributes

  • Pacific NW native
  • Deer resistant
  • Coastal suitable
  • Grown organically
  • Pollinator value: None documented
  • Wildlife: Bird habitat
  • ⚠ Skin irritant: wear gloves when handling
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