A 5-gallon spreading yew shrub (Taxus x media), a versatile evergreen conifer ideal for foundation plantings, hedges, and borders. Spreading yews feature short, needle-like foliage on branched stems that create a full, dense appearance year-round. This hardy shrub typically grows 3 to 5 feet tall with a 5- to 6-foot spread, thriving in USDA Zones 4 through 8 in partial to full sun. It tolerates drought once established, resists deer, rabbits, and common diseases, and requires minimal pruning to maintain its naturally attractive form. Assorted varieties may include popular cultivars such as Densiformis or other spreading yew selections. Plant in moist, well-drained soil with a neutral pH, spacing 3 to 4 feet apart for a continuous hedge.