Yews are one of the very slow-growing conifers. It takes many years for the tree to reach its final height of around 15 meters. How can you speed up the growth of the yew tree?
How can I speed up the growth of the yew tree?
The growth of the yew tree can be accelerated by improving the soil with compost, lime and horn shavings, fertilizing it in spring and cutting it back at least twice a year. Mulching can also provide nutrients and regulate water balance.
Accelerating the growth of the yew tree through fertilization
So that the yew tree grows in height a little faster, ensure that the tree receives sufficient nutrients when planting. To do this, improve the soil with compost, lime and horn shavings.
Especially in the first few years, you should spread ripe compost (€43.00 on Amazon) or give long-term fertilizer in the spring.
Prune yew trees more often
You can also accelerate the growth of the yew tree by cutting back the yew tree at least twice a year. It then forms many new shoots, which, for example, make yew hedges become opaque more quickly.
Tip
Mulching is a good way to fertilize a yew tree while ensuring a balanced water balance. Garden waste that is free of pests and fungi and does not bear any seeds is suitable as mulching material.
