Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata' ~ Creeping Japanese Plum Yew, Spreading Plum Yew

Creeping Japanese Plum Yew is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with a spreading habit.  It’s long needle-like foliage emerges lime green in spring and matures to a dark green it holds through winter.  If the edible fruits are desired, both a female plant and male pollinator are required.  Prefers partial sun and rich well-drained soils.  Drought tolerant once established.   Type:  Shrub, Conifer Height:  2' - 3' Spread:  3' - 4' Spacing:  3’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  6 - 9 Culture:  Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color:  N/A Season of Interest:  Year-Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry slightly between watering.  It can be damaged in full sun and cannot tolerate acidic soils. LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Hedges, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Fern, Magnolia, Japanese Forest Grass IMAGES: Michael Rivera, Coastal Georgia Botani