Yew Cube Topiary 1.4m
Taxus baccata [Taxus bac-cata]
£1,725.00
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The Yew Cube at 1.4m is what happens when a plant takes structure seriously. Clean edges, careful proportions and deep evergreen foliage give this yew topiary a presence that feels considered rather than
The Yew Cube at 1.4m is what happens when a plant takes structure seriously. Clean edges, careful proportions and deep evergreen foliage give this yew topiary a presence that feels considered rather than showy.
Yew has been the backbone of formal gardens for centuries, largely because it keeps itself beautifully in order when asked. It grows slowly, takes well to trimming, and improves with age instead of racing ahead. This mature cube delivers instant definition while still allowing room for refinement.
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How will my hedge arrive?
This hedge is supplied root balled and wrapped in hessian: the traditional, time-tested way. Grown in the field and lifted in season, it arrives well prepared for planting and settles in with reassuring reliability.
Growing & Care
Yew cube topiary grows best in well-drained soil and is refreshingly unfussy about light, performing just as reliably in partial shade as it does in sun. During the first growing season, regular watering helps establish strong roots. Once settled, yew is low maintenance by nature, responding well to careful trimming once or twice a year to maintain crisp edges and encourage dense, even growth.
Common Uses
The cube form is a natural fit for formal layouts, entrances and terraces where order and symmetry are part of the brief. It works particularly well when used in pairs or in repetition, bringing a sense of structure and permanence to planting schemes.
Did you know?
Yew can regenerate from old wood, which is why gardeners have been cutting it back, correcting it and asking rather a lot of it for centuries. Fortunately, it takes this treatment with impressive good humour.
FAQs
Hedges can be particular creatures. If yours is behaving oddly - or you are - we're always happy to advise. The answer may be waiting below.
Is yew cube topiary easy to maintain? +
Very much so. Yew grows at a steady, controlled pace and takes wonderfully to pruning, so maintenance is more about refinement than constant correction. With routine trimming, the cube becomes denser, sharper and increasingly “estate-worthy.”
Can yew cube topiary be grown in shade? +
Yes. Yew is one of the most shade-tolerant topiary species. Growth may be slower in lower light, but with consistent shaping the cube will keep its density and structure.
How often should yew cube topiary be trimmed? +
Once or twice a year is usually enough. Light, regular trimming keeps edges crisp and encourages thicker growth. Heavy cutting is rarely necessary; yew prefers calm, steady discipline.
Can yew cube be planted in a container? +
Yes. Use a large, well-drained container and water a little more attentively, especially in warm or windy conditions. In a pot, yew can remain just as composed — it simply likes its comforts provided.
