Taxus x media 'Matinecock' (Matinecock Yew)
Botanical Information
| Family | Taxaceae |
| Genus | Taxus |
| Species | x media |
| Cultivar | 'Matinecock' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | The arial is edible and very sweet, however the leaves and seeds are toxic. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4 - 6a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -29 - (-23) |
| Temperature (°F) | -20 - (-10) |
| Height | 20 m |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
| Landscape | Excellent specimen plant. |
| Propagation | May also be propagated through cuttings or by grafting on to seedlings. Side shoots will not develop a leader and will simply remain prostate. |
| Cultivation | Grow in full sun or partial shade. Demanding of summer heat and humidity (although very cold tolerant). Prune only if a clean bole is needed, |
| Pests | No notable pest or disease problems. |
| Notable Specimens | Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
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