Shrubs
Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Duke Gardens' (Japanese Plum Yew)
Cephalotaxus harringtonia
Also known as Cephalotaxus 'Duke Gardens'
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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
Garden Attributes
- Pacific NW native
- Deer resistant
- Coastal suitable
- Grown organically
- Pollinator value: None documented
- Wildlife: Bird habitat
- ⚠ Skin irritant: wear gloves when handling