Taxus Baccata (English Yew) Ball Topiary

The Taxus Ball Topiary is a classic and elegant evergreen shrub, shaped into a dense, spherical form that adds year-round structure and symmetry to gardens, patios, and pathways. This topiary is highly valued for its small, glossy green dense linear leaves, compact growth habit, and exceptional tolerance to shaping and clipping. It's a popular choice in both formal and contemporary garden designs, whether planted in the ground or featured in decorative containers.

Taxus thrives in almost any location. It does produce fleshy red arils surrounding the seed. These are toxic if eaten.

Plant in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It does not perform well in heavy, waterlogged soils or very dry, sandy conditions. When planting, dig in organic matter such as compost to improve soil structure and water retention. Ensure the root ball is level with the surrounding soil and water thoroughly after planting.

|| Growth Rate

Taxus has a moderate growth rate, typically growing around 20-40 cm per year. This makes it particularly suited for topiary, as it holds its shape well with relatively little maintenance.

Pruning Advice

To maintain the crisp, rounded shape of the ball topiary, prune once or twice a year, ideally in late spring (May-June) and, if needed, a light trim again in late summer. Use sharp, clean shears to encourage dense growth and avoid tearing the leaves. Avoid pruning during hot, dry weather or frost, as this can stress the plant.

Further Information

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, particularly during dry spells and the first growing season after planting. Container-grown plants will require more frequent watering.

|| Feeding: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to promote healthy foliage and growth.

|| Mulching: Add a layer of mulch around the base (not touching the stem) to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

|| Disease: Monitor for box blight and box tree caterpillar, especially in warm, damp conditions. Good airflow and regular pruning help prevent fungal problems.

|| Winter Care: Taxus is fully hardy in the UK, but in exposed locations or very cold areas, a fleece wrap or sheltered position will help protect the foliage from frost scorch and drying winds.

|| With the right care and conditions, the Taxus Ball Topiary will remain a smart and reliable evergreen feature in your garden for many years.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

|| * Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £9.98 charge.

|| * Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £24.99 charge.

|| * Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £82 charge.

|| * Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £2500 | or £550 charge.