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4.5 out of 5 (2 experiences)

About English Yew
English Yew is a popular houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Plant parents describe this plant as being a survivor with a whopping 303 being grown with Greg around the world. Check out the reviews below for more details!🌟
English Yew likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
English Yew belongs to the Taxus genus, and is native to Europe, Atlas Mountains, Asia Minor, and the Caucauses.
⚠️ English Yew is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.
Taxonomy
Taxus baccata
Taxus
Taxaceae
Pinales
Also known as
European Yew

How to care for English Yew
How often to water your English Yew

every 9
English Yew needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for English Yew in your home

a window
English Yew love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
English Yew does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of English Yew in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize English Yew

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your English Yew after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
Care Summary for English Yew
English Yew
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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