Scientific Name
Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata'
Common Name
Prostrate Japanese plum yew

Hardiness Zones: 7 to 9
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: --
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil; drought tolerant
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Width: 2 to 3 feet
Texture: --
Form: Low, mounded; arching pendulous branches that arch up and out
Flower/Fruit: Grown for foliage
Foliage: Glossy dark green leaves; new growth in spring is pale lime green; 0.7 to 1.7" distichously arranged needles
Comments: Can be used as a ground cover; deer resistant
Cultivars: --
   


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