Irish Yew (Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata')

Bring timeless style and vertical structure to your garden with Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata', commonly known as Irish Yew. With its dense, upright growth and deep green foliage, this slow-growing evergreen is a striking feature in both formal and modern garden designs.

• Architectural Form: Narrow, columnar habit — perfect as a focal point or planted in pairs

• Low Maintenance: Holds its shape well with minimal pruning

• Versatile Growing Conditions: Thrives in sun or part shade; suits most soils (avoid waterlogged ground)

• Hardy & Long-Lived: A classic alternative to cypress, especially in colder UK climates

• Not Suitable for Hedging: Best used as a feature plant due to its upright, non-bushy growth

Availability:

• Container grown – available all year

• Rootballed – typically available October to March

A garden classic offering year-round structure, subtle elegance, and enduring charm.

They should be planted with general purpose planting compost to give them the best start after planting. See our accessories page for additional products to give these plants the very best chance of successful establishment.

For more information about Irish Yew (Taxus baccata 'Fastrigiata') or to discuss alternative products, call us on 01252 714552 or email at sales@hedgesonline.com