Cephalotaxus harringtonia var. drupacea ~ Drupacea Japanese Plum Yew river rock Fruits emerge green and mature

Fruits emerge green and mature to purple

Grows best in full sun and dry to medium well drained alkaline soils

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2014-12-30 11 32 25 American Holly along River Road (New Jersey Route 175) in Ewing

Tiny white bell-like flowers bloom high on spires in mid-summer attracting butterflies

Cephalotaxus harringtonia var. drupacea ~ Drupacea Japanese Plum Yew river rock Fruits emerge green and matureDrupacea Japanese Plum Yew is a very slow growing evergreen conifer shrub with erect stems forming a dense mounded habit and drooping branchlets. Its glossy needle like foliage emerges a bright green and matures to a dark green it holds in winter. If the edible fruits are desired, both a female plant and male pollinator are required. Prefers partial sun and rich well drained soils. Drupacea has improved shade and heat tolerance, and easily takes