Southern Living Plant Collection
SOUTHERN LIVING 2 Gal. Yewtopia Plum Yew Shrub
Best evergreen for low maintenance, year round landscape beauty.
The SOUTHERN LIVING 2 Gal. Yewtopia Plum Yew Shrub is a low-maintenance evergreen bush featuring dark green, needled foliage. This dwarf Japanese plum yew is highly resistant to drought and deer, making it a resilient choice for your garden. It thrives in part sun to shade locations and ships at 10-16 inches, with the potential to grow up to 3-4 feet when mature. Its evergreen nature provides year-round visual interest, and its compact growth habit makes it suitable for various landscaping designs.
$36.14
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2385
/ 3331
#2385 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-8%
Below average
Mature Height
34.
/ - ft
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance, resilient evergreen plants
- Homeowners with shady yards needing year-round greenery
- Gardeners in deer-prone regions wanting intact plantings
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners desiring rapid landscape transformation
- Gardeners with heavy clay or consistently wet soil
- Enthusiasts prioritizing vibrant blooms or showy fruit displays
Key Specs
Mature Height
3-4 ft.
Drought Tolerant
Yes
Deer Resistant
Yes
Sun Exposure
Part Sun to Shade
Foliage Type
Needled
Leaf Retention
Evergreen
Container Size
2 Gal.
Features
- Drought and deer resistant dwarf Japanese plum yew
- Low maintenance evergreen shrub
- Thrives in part sun to shade locations
- Ships at 10-16 inches
- Grows up to 3-4 ft. when mature
- Dark green needled foliage
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this shrub for its exceptional quality and ease of care. Many reviewers highlight receiving healthy, well packaged plants that quickly establish and thrive in various garden settings. Its robust nature and minimal maintenance requirements make it a favorite among gardeners seeking reliable, attractive evergreen options. The plant's ability to adapt to different light conditions and its consistent growth contribute significantly to high satisfaction, making it a dependable choice for adding lasting beauty to landscapes with little effort.
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