Sunburst Yew

Sunburst Yew (Taxus × media ‘Sunburst’) is a slow-growing, compact evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant golden-yellow new growth that matures to chartreuse and then deep green, adding year-round color contrast. With its dense, pyramidal habit, it excels as a foundation planting, accent specimen, or low hedge in part to full shade. Adaptable to a wide range of soils and remarkably tolerant of pruning and urban conditions, Sunburst Yew brings elegance and structure to any landscape. Hardy in Canadian zones 4–7, it requires minimal maintenance and is deer-resistant.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Taxus × media ‘Sunburst’
• Common name: Sunburst Yew
• Hardiness zones: Canada Zone 4–7
• Exposure: Part shade to full shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained; tolerant of clay, loam, or sandy soils; pH adaptable
• Height: 1.5–2 m (5–6½ ft)
• Width: 1–1.5 m (3–5 ft)
• Foliage: Bright golden-yellow new growth maturing to chartreuse and deep green
• Flower/fruit: Inconspicuous yellow-green flowers; bright red arils on female plants
• Maintenance: Low; lightly prune to maintain shape in late winter or early spring
• Advantages: Vibrant variegated foliage; shade tolerant; deer-resistant; ideal for hedging and accent plantings