Shrubs
Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Fastigiata'
Upright Japanese plum yew
Dark green needles surround upright branches, creating a dense vertical evergreen accent. Its tolerance of shade makes it useful where many conifers struggle. Slow growth suits sheltered foundation beds, but give it room to reach its substantial mature height.
At a glance
- Sun
- Morning sun to shade
- Mature size
- 10 ft. tall × 6–8 ft. wide
- Water
- Moist, well-drained soil
- Hardiness
- USDA zones 6–9
Sizes & prices
- #3False Taxus. Japanese Plum Yew Upright Columnar form 8'-10' tall and 3'-5' wide.$59.99
- 4.5"False Taxus. Japanese Plum Yew Upright Columnar form 8'-10' tall and 3'-5' wide.Call for price
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Deer
- Resistant, but not deer-proof.
- Drought
- Tolerant once established.
- Heat
- Tolerant.
Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.
Keep in mind: Foliage and seeds are poisonous if eaten; not an edible plum.
Seasonal interest
- Foliage
- Evergreen.
Growing & care
- Pruning
- Shape only as needed.
Sources & photo credits
Photo: Kathleen Moore · CC BY 2.0
Image notes: Upright Japanese plum yew. Representative plant; resized and re-encoded, not cropped.
Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.