Holly Days Nursery Japanese Plum Yew
Best low-maintenance evergreen for gardeners seeking deer-resistant vertical privacy.
This columnar evergreen is the ultimate architectural anchor for tight garden spaces that need year-round structure. While its slow growth rate requires patience, the payoff is a deer-resistant, low-maintenance pillar that brings refined verticality to shady corners without constant pruning.
$129.00
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Who it's for
- Gardeners needing vertical structure in narrow landscape spaces
- Homeowners seeking low-maintenance plants for varied light conditions
- Landscapers looking for refined, year-round foliage contrast
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting immediate privacy or rapid screening results
- Homeowners with heavy clay soil or poor drainage
- Families with curious pets or small children
Performance breakdown
Architectural Impact
The tight, columnar silhouette creates an immediate, sophisticated vertical focal point.
Maintenance Ease
Slow growth habits mean minimal pruning is required to maintain shape.
Deer Resistance
Reliably avoids browsing damage in areas where deer pressure is high.
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in partial shade where many other evergreen shrubs struggle.
Year-Round Interest
Dense, dark foliage provides consistent color and texture throughout every season.
Hedge Utility
Forms a clean, formal barrier without the constant shearing of boxwoods.
Key Specs
Height
8 to 10 feet
Spread
4 to 6 feet
Growth Rate
Slow
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Soil Type
Well-Drained, Acidic
Sunlight Exposure
Partial Shade
Deer Resistant
Yes
Plant Form
Columnar
Container Size
5 gallon
Fragrant Flowers
No
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