Yew ‘Hilli’
starting at € 2,95
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Features
- Very hardy
- Can be pruned back to the bare wood
- Low maintenance
- Rock-solid
- Can live to a very old age
- Suitable for small hedges
- The needles are poisonous
- Susceptible to prolonged drought
- If this plant grows taller than 200 cm, it may start to topple over
Order these items at the same time:
Yew ‘Hilli’
10–15 cm
5 plants per month
In a pot
Price per item:
25+
2.95
100+
2.50
200+
2.25
Yew ‘Hilli’
15–20 cm
5 plants per month
In a pot
Price per item:
25+
3.50
100+
3.25
200+
2.95
Yew ‘Hilli’
30–40 cm
4 plants per month
In a pot
Price per item:
25+
6.95
50+
6.50
100+
5.95
200+
5.50
Yew ‘Hilli’
80 cm
3 plants per month
Root ball
Price per item:
10+
14.95
50+
14.25
100+
13.50
200+
12.50
Specifications
Full name
Taxus ‘Hillii’ / Taxus x media ‘Hillii’
Maximum height as a hedge
400 cm
Maintenance
Minimal
Groei per jaar
Langzaam, <20cm per jaar
Pruning
Once a year
Hardy
Very good
Evergreen
Yes
Location
Sun, partial shade, shade
Growth habit
Upright, columnar
Reviews
We ordered 1,500 yew seedlings at the end of February last year. It was a bit nerve-wracking after the snow and frost. They were delivered to us, and we planted them that same week. Except for 20 of them, all the yews are looking exceptionally healthy. So that’s great! We’re very satisfied with this purchase. We highly recommend buying from here!
Desiree Leenders
March 24, 2022
Great experience! Fast service, honest and clear advice—everything was handled perfectly!
Lars Stensen
October 6, 2026
They helped me come up with ideas and offered advice. Great product and great service. Highly recommended.
Thijs Smeets
September 26, 2026
A really great company—the service and quality are outstanding. I can recommend it to everyone.
Robert Jan van den Heuvel
September 26, 2026
I stopped by SVH for advice on hedge plants. Stan really takes the time to figure out which types of hedges are right for you and gives you great advice. In the end, we chose Prunus Elly. It was delivered quickly, and upon delivery, they explained step by step how to plant it. We’re very satisfied!
Rowen Keurentjes
September 21, 2026
It was a pleasure working with you, Stan. Thanks for the lovely laurel wreath and great service!
Arjan Broer
June 15, 2026
Super beautiful plants that more than lived up to what was promised on the website—they were both taller and more beautiful. Superb customer service with quick answers to questions. Fast delivery of the plants to Denmark (don't be afraid to make a bank transfer—you won't get scammed here). The plants are growing fantastically
Thanks, Stan
Lars Mikkelsen (Denmark)
June 3, 2026
We’re very pleased with this nursery! We received a beautiful proprietary variety: the Laurier ‘Elly’. The plants were of good quality, nice and full, and healthy. You can tell right away that they’re grown with a great deal of expertise and care.
In addition, the service was friendly and professional. Everything was delivered neatly, and they kept their promises. We are very happy with the results in our garden and can definitely recommend this nursery to anyone looking for high-quality plants and expert advice.
Pascalle Menting
May 13, 2026
Great job organizing that
Ivo Reintjes
May 8, 2026
I'm absolutely thrilled with my new plants that I bought from Stan—I highly recommend him. Fast service and great prices, too—not to mention that he even delivers them right to your door!!
Thanks, Stan.
Cindy Hendriks
May 5, 2026
Yew ‘Hilli’
Taxus media ‘Hilli’ is a beautiful variety! And virtually identical toTaxus media ‘Hicksii’. The main difference is that ‘Hilli’ is the male variety, which does not produce berries. The ‘Hicksii’ is the female variety. This plant does produce berries.
The difference between these plants andTaxus baccataisthat Taxusbaccatahasaless compact growth habit and will therefore form a dense hedge slightly sooner.
Taxusmedia ‘Hilli’ only needs to be pruned once a year. This is because the plant grows a maximum of 20 cm per year. The best time to prune your hedge is in the spring (March through May) or in the fall (September through November). An added benefit is that you won’t have much cleanup work to do, as this plant doesn’t produce much pruning waste.
The “Hilli” is a very hardy plant that can withstand rough treatment. In addition, this plant can be planted almost anywhere. It’s also remarkable that this plant can live to a very old age without any problems.
Are you looking for a hedge that grows faster? Then the laurel might be a good alternative! The‘Elly’ laurelandthe‘Bonaparte’ laurelarebeautiful varieties that will help you create a tall hedge in no time.
FAQ
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Taxus media 'Hilli' is a popular, slow-growing yew variety known for its dense, green needles. This yew variety can grow up to 4 meters tall and is ideal for creating hedges and privacy screens. The 'Hilli' is also well-suited for formal gardens and responds well to pruning.
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Taxus media 'Hilli' offers several advantages:
Dense hedge: Thanks to its compact growth habit and dense branches, this yew is perfect for creating a privacy hedge.
Low maintenance: This species requires little maintenance; an annual pruning is often sufficient.
Hardy: Taxus media 'Hilli' is highly resistant to cold temperatures, allowing it to remain green year-round.
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The 'Hilli' yew requires minimal maintenance. Pruning once a year is generally sufficient. This helps maintain the desired shape and encourages dense growth. It is best to do this in the spring or after the last frost. Also, check regularly for pests such as fungi or insects.
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Be sure to water your Taxus media 'Hilli' regularly, especially during the first few years after planting.
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Taxus media 'Hilli' can be affected by pests such as spider mites, aphids, and yew beetles. Regular inspection and timely treatment with biological pesticides can help keep these pests under control.
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To promote the growth of Taxus media 'Hilli,' you can use Stan Verwaaij Hedge Plants’ Organic Hedge Plant Fertilizer in the spring and summer. This provides the plant with the nutrients it needs for healthy growth. Also, be sure to water it sufficiently, especially during dry periods.
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Yes, Taxus media 'Hilli' is very hardy and can withstand severe frost. This characteristic makes it an excellent choice for gardens in temperate climates, where it retains its green color year-round.
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This species of yew grows best in well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral pH. Full sun or partial shade is ideal, but the plant can also survive in shady areas, albeit with slower growth.
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Taxus media 'Hilli' is a slow-growing plant that grows up to 20 cm per year, depending on growing conditions. This makes it an excellent choice for people looking for a low hedge—for example, for the front yard.
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There is little difference between Taxus media 'Hilli' and Taxus media 'Hicksii'. 'Hilli' is the male variety of these two species. This means that this variety does not produce berries. 'Hicksii' is the female variety. It does produce berries.
