How long is the growth cycle of yew?

Growth cycle of yew

The growth cycle of yew is 100 to 250 years. Generally, yew can grow to 6-7 centimeters in the first 10 years, and the growth will be faster thereafter. The reproductive ability of yew is also relatively poor. If we want yew to mature into timber, it will take at least 15 to 20 years.

The yew tree is endemic to China and is found in southern Gansu, southern Shaanxi, Sichuan, northeastern and southeastern Yunnan, western and southeastern Guizhou, and western Hubei.

Growth rate of yew

The growth rate of yew is about 40 to 50 cm per year. The growing season of yew is autumn and winter, specifically from October to December. During this period, the growth rate of yew is relatively fast.

Management of the growth cycle of yew

Temperature management: Yew does not need a greenhouse. On the contrary, greenhouse cultivation is not conducive to the growth of Yew. Yew within 4 years needs 50% shading and avoids high temperatures above 38 degrees. It has strong resistance to low temperatures and can withstand temperatures as low as minus 15 degrees.

Fertilization management: Taxus chinensis should be planted in early spring in mid-to-late February. The seedlings should be dug up with the soil ball and planted in the shade of the garden, often with trees. The potting soil should be loose, fertile, acidic soil with high organic matter content. It can be made of garden soil, peat, and sand in a ratio of 2:1:1, and 1% decomposed organic fertilizer can be added.