How to Grow Taxus media (Anglo-Japanese Yew): Cultivation Methods and Precautions

As is well known, the yew has a long history and is a very precious tree, relatively common in our daily lives. There are many varieties of yew, and yews from different regions will differ. Today, the editor will introduce the care techniques for Taxus media. If you want to learn about them, come along and take a look!

How to Grow Taxus media

1. Light

During its juvenile period, we should not give it too strong light, so letting it grow in scattered sunlight is better. If it is summer with particularly abundant sunlight, we need to place it in a relatively shady spot, so that its leaves and other parts will not be scorched, the leaves will not turn yellow because of this, and it will not stop growing or even die from too much sunlight.

But this does not mean we can let it grow in a very dark place all the time. Actually, the best method is to place it in a spot with a moderate amount of light.

2. Ventilation

It needs a certain amount of ventilation, because lacking this condition may very likely cause its leaves to curl up and become dry and brittle. In addition, in winter we should also pay attention to one thing: never place it facing an air conditioner or near a heater, otherwise its leaves will lose a lot of moisture, and the leaves will still dry up and curl.

3. Watering

Watering is very important for it, but we need to note that we cannot water too much, otherwise its roots will be affected, then rot, and finally the whole plant will die. We should wait until the potting soil is dry before watering. Each time you water, you can check the bottom hole, and stop once water flows out from the bottom of the pot.

4. Overwintering

Overwintering is also a key part, because it is relatively cold-tolerant, so we do not need to worry too much. We just need to place it in a wind-sheltered, sunny spot. In winter, control the amount of watering, because it may very likely freeze.

Cultivation Methods and Precautions for Taxus media

1. Light: It is understood that, because Taxus media prefers shade, do not let direct sunlight hit it. Placing it in a living room or a corner of a balcony is fine. In the evening, you can place it on a windowsill for ventilation and air exchange.

2. Watering: Taxus media needs different amounts of water at different stages. During the growing season (March-November) it needs more water, and during the dormant season (December-February) it needs relatively little. Generally, Taxus media is watered once every 5-7 days in spring and autumn, once every 3-5 days in summer, and once every 7-10 days in winter with a thorough watering.

3. Fertilizing: The fertilizing principle for Taxus media is small amounts applied frequently. From November each year to March of the following year, apply farmyard manure at the roots. From early April to early June, apply a top dressing of urea once every 15 days, 10-30g per plant, until early June.

4. Pruning. Because the main use of Taxus media is medicinal development, and its branches and leaves can serve as medicinal raw materials, it is generally not pruned. For landscaping use, it can be pruned according to landscaping needs.

5. Precautions: Taxus media is not strict about its environment. Do not let it be blown directly by an air conditioner, do not let it get close to a heater in winter, and do not casually throw miscellaneous items into the pot, as this affects the growth of Taxus media.

Reasons for Yellowing of Taxus media

Overall, there are four main reasons:

1. Because it was planted too deep, its roots did not grow well, thus causing this symptom.

2. Because the pH of the potting soil is too high. Because it likes slightly acidic potting soil, and if potting soil with too high a pH is used to plant it, problems will definitely arise.

3. Because it lacks the element Fe. This element helps form chlorophyll, and once it is lacking, the plant cannot carry out photosynthesis normally, thus producing this symptom.

4. Because the usual temperature is too low, problems will also arise.

What Fertilizer Is Best for Taxus media

For this plant, its vigorous growth period requires many types of nutrients. What it needs most are P, K, and N. In addition, there are also some trace metal elements, such as Mg, Fe, Zn, Cu, etc. Specifically, there are also many types of fertilizer that can be applied to it. The more common one is human and livestock manure, which is both easy to obtain and does not contain harmful substances. Another is the liquid fertilizer often seen on the market, which is also acceptable.

The above is the editor's introduction to the care techniques for Taxus media. I hope it can help everyone. Taxus media is a relatively expensive type of yew, and its care also requires more attention. Taxus media likes an environment with abundant sunlight, so it needs enough sunlight to grow more luxuriantly!