Spreading Japanese Plum Yew
Best low-maintenance evergreen for shaded, deer-prone garden landscapes.
This is the ultimate low-maintenance solution for those tricky, deep-shade corners where nothing else seems to survive. While it lacks the vibrant blooms of a flowering shrub, its dense, deer-resistant evergreen carpet provides a sophisticated, year-round texture that keeps your landscape looking polished with almost zero effort.
$49.99
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Who it's for
- Gardeners managing varied light conditions across their landscape
- Homeowners seeking low-maintenance, year-round structural greenery
- Property owners living in areas with high deer populations
Who should skip it
- Impatient landscapers needing immediate privacy or screening
- Families with curious pets or small children
- Gardeners residing in regions with harsh, deep-freeze winters
Performance breakdown
Shade Tolerance
Thrives in low-light conditions where most other evergreens struggle to survive.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal pruning and upkeep to maintain its graceful, spreading form.
Deer Resistance
Reliably deters browsing wildlife, protecting your landscape investment from common pests.
Ground Cover Density
Creates a lush, carpet-like barrier that effectively suppresses unwanted weed growth.
Year-Round Appeal
Maintains consistent dark green color through every season of the year.
Landscape Versatility
Adapts perfectly to borders, foundation plantings, or under-tree ground cover applications.
Key Specs
Cultivar
Prostrata
Foliage
Dark green, needle-like
Mature Height
1 to 2 feet
Mature Spread
2 to 6 feet
Container Size
3 gal
Sun Exposure
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Soil Type
Well-drained, Slightly acidic
Growth Habit
Spreading, low-growing
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