SAXEGOTHAEA conspicua

Commonly known as Prince Albert's yew

A conifer from Chile and Argentina named in honour of Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria from the Prussian province from which he came. It has a yew-like appearance with drooping branches and is an attractive ornamental tree

SAXEGOTHAEA conspicua

Available Early Spring 2022 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.

£17.00 each

Available Early Spring 2022

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen
Linear to linear-lance-shaped, dark-green leaves to 3cm (1¼in) long, each with 2 silver crossbands beneath. Persist on tree for 5 or 6 years.
Height
20m (66ft)
Spread
Up to 8m (26ft)
Conifer
Female cones are fleshy, spherical, prickly and glaucous-green, 1.5cm (½in) across. Male cones are cylindrical and produced at the bases of the shoots.
Tree
Hardy - very cold winter Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
Full sun
Shelter from midday sun and strong winds.
Partial shade
Additional Features
Good to know - bushy shrub in cold areas.
Pests & Diseases
none
Place of origin
Chile, Argentina
Hardiness
Fully hardy
Leaf margin
Entire see photos above
Leaf shape
Linear see photos above
Seasonal Interest
Autumn
Spring
Summer
Winter
Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil
Neutral to acid soil
Tree Shape
Conical