🌿 Plum Yew — Hanging Basket
🧪 Botanical Information
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Scientific Name: Cephalotaxus harringtonia
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Common Name: Plum Yew
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Type: Evergreen shrub (conifer)
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USDA Zones: 6–9
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Growth Habit: Spreading / cascading
✨ Key Characteristics
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Beautiful dark green, soft, needle-like foliage that gracefully spills over the edge of the basket.
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Naturally shade-loving, perfect for porches, patios, or areas with partial sunlight.
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Slow-growing and low-maintenance, ideal for year-round greenery.
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Excellent alternative to traditional ferns or ivy for a unique textured look.
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Deer resistant, heat and humidity tolerant, and adaptable to container life.
🌱 Care Instructions
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Light: Partial shade to full shade; avoid harsh afternoon sun.
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Water: Keep evenly moist but not soggy. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
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Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
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Fertilizer: Slow-release balanced fertilizer once or twice during the growing season.
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Pruning: Light trimming as needed to maintain shape or encourage fullness.
🪴 Perfect For:
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Shaded patios and porches
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Hanging on fences, pergolas, and balconies
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Entryway decorations
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Woodland and Japanese garden styles
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Adding elegant, evergreen cascading texture to any space
