Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata Aurea' (Stricta Irish Yew)

The Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata Aurea', also known as Stricta Irish Yew, is a dense and upright evergreen shrub with beautiful golden-yellow foliage. This cultivar of the European yew has a narrow and columnar growth habit, making it an excellent choice for small gardens and formal landscapes. The golden needles provide a striking contrast to other plants in the garden, and the plant is known for its tolerance to pruning and shaping. The Stricta Irish Yew is a slow-growing plant and can reach a height of about 10-15 feet at maturity.