Taxus Baccata English Yew Topiary Balls: Taxus Baccata an evergreen native conifer and an excellent choice for creating stunning evergreen topiary, it has an excellent dense structure and is easily kept in shape with just one trim around late August, depending on the cut it can give a contemporary or traditional look. Small red fruits appear late summer early autumn. Taxus thrives in pots and borders in full sun and partial shade they are particularly fond of rich well drained soil but do not like soil that is waterlogged or constantly wet. What to expect: Our Taxus are neatly trimmed before dispatch so will arrive looking just like the pictures, lovely plants.