Meta Japanese Yew

Meta Japanese Yew

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Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Meta'

This excellent small evergreen tree looks like yew, but it originates in Japan. It does well as hedge or screening material in southeastern USA, where it is not so vulnerable to winter freeze.  Very unique specimen. Does well on slopes.  Can even be grown in containers. 

It does particularly well in the Carolina coastal plains. Withstands city conditions.

Useful to contrast foliage and form in mixed planting and for espalier

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Photo courtesy of our growing friends at Flowerwood Wholesale Nursery in Loxley, AL  ~ Growing Since 1938 ~

Ornamental Characteristics
Category Large Shrub or Small Tree
Foliage Type Evergreen
Height 6' - 10'
Spread 3' - 5'
Shape Upright
Primary Foliage Color Dark Green (slender foliage)
Seasonal Foliage Color Dark Green (slender foliage)
Used in Topiary/Espalier?  Yes
Used for Screening? Yes
Environmental Characteristics
Growth Rate Slow
Sun Preferences Sun or Shade
Water Preferences Average:  Ensure Planting Area Provides Adequate Drainage
Cold Hardiness Zone 7