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    Evergreen Shrub

    Prostrata Japanese Plum Yew

    Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Prostrata'

    Low Maintenance

    🌱 Growing Conditions

    Sun RequirementsPart Shade to Shade
    Water NeedsModerate
    Soil PreferencesMoist, well-drained, acidic to neutral
    Mature Size2-3' x 3-4'

    🍂 Seasonal Interest

    Bloom Time & ColorInconspicuous
    Fall ColorEvergreen; dark green spreading form year-round
    Wildlife ValueLow - cover

    🏡 Landscape Notes

    Landscape UseShade groundcover, foundation planting, mass planting under canopy trees

    Special Features

    Low spreading habit; thrives in deep shade; extremely deer resistant; drought tolerant once established; elegant dark green groundcover effect under trees

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