Monrovia Spreading Japanese Plum Yew
Best low maintenance evergreen for shaded residential landscapes.
A reliable, low-maintenance evergreen that excels in challenging spots like deep shade or under tree canopies. Its feathery, dark green needles provide year-round structure and texture, making it a perfect, stress-free solution for foundation plantings or low hedges.
$124.00
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Monrovia
Who it's for
- Gardeners with low-light landscapes seeking reliable year-round greenery
- Homeowners in regions with heavy deer pressure
- Busy homeowners wanting a polished look with minimal effort
Who should skip it
- Landscapers needing fast-growing plants for instant impact
- Gardeners with heavy clay or swampy soil conditions
- Southern growers in high-temperature zones without consistent shade
Performance breakdown
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in deep shade where most other evergreens struggle to survive.
Maintenance Ease
Slow growth rate means minimal pruning is required to maintain shape.
Deer Resistance
Reliably ignored by local wildlife, saving your landscape from unwanted grazing.
Drought Tolerance
Impressively resilient once established, handling dry spells with minimal supplemental water.
Versatility
Functions equally well as a foundation planting, hedge, or container specimen.
Visual Texture
Feathery needles provide a soft, lush contrast to broader leaf plants.
Key Specs
Mature Height
2-3 feet
Mature Spread
3-4 feet
Growth Rate
Slow
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water Requirement
Moderate
USDA Hardiness Zone
6-9
Plant Form
Shrub
Plant Type
Evergreen
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