Taxus cuspidata 'Thayerae' Anderson (Flattop Japanese Yew)

The Taxus cuspidata 'Thayerae' Anderson, commonly known as the Flattop Japanese Yew, is an evergreen shrub that features a flat top with dense, dark green foliage. This cultivar is a slow-growing, compact variety that is commonly used for hedges or as a foundation plant. It thrives in partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. The Flattop Japanese Yew is native to Japan and reaches a mature height of about 8 feet and a width of 16 feet.