The Japanese Yew (Podocarpus macrophyllus) is a dense, columnar evergreen ideal for tight spaces where you need vertical screening. Its dark green foliage and formal appearance make it a landscape designer favorite. Alfaro Tree Sales stocks Japanese Yews at our 40-acre Atascosa nursery.
Japanese Yews naturally grow in a narrow, columnar form — perfect for tight spaces, narrow side yards, and formal landscape designs where you need height without width.
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Expected growth after planting.
Deep water regularly during the first growing season. Moderate water needs once established; supplement during extended drought.
Adapts to most soils. Light balanced fertilizer in spring after year 1.
Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Best done in late winter (January–February).
October through March is ideal for establishment before summer heat.
Choose your tree at our nursery or by phone. We deliver it to your property.
Machine-dug hole, native soil backfill, deep watering, and mulch ring installed.
Written care instructions plus a 30-day establishment check from our crew.
Japanese Yews grow 1–2 ft/yr in San Antonio under good conditions.
Moderately. They benefit from occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.
Mature size is typically 20–35 ft tall with a 8–15 ft spread.
They thrive in acidic to neutral soils, which matches most San Antonio properties.
October through March is ideal. Our team plants year-round with proper watering protocols.
We offer Japanese Yews in various sizes. Field-grown at our nursery in Atascosa. Call (210) 202-4284.
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Japanese Yews are excellent for privacy, foundation in the San Antonio area.
