Native Plant Trust

Taxus canadensis

American yew


Height: 24-36 in
Spread: 3-6 ft
Hardiness Zone: 2-6


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Part Shade
Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Wet
Ecoregion
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
Summer Fruit
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
Drought Tolerant
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Groundcover
Naturalize
Massing
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Red Fruit


North American Distribution


American yew - Taxus canadensis from Native Plant Trust