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Position
Exposed, Sheltered
Hardiness
Hardy (Cold winter)
Height (when grown)
7-12m
Soil Type
Acidic, Chalky / Alkaline, Clay, Most soils, Well-drained
Habit (Shape)
Hedging
Lighting
Full Sun, Shade
Calendar
Fruiting in Jan
Leaf Colour
Green
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The tree of Eternity
Plant a tree to remember those who died in the War of Wars.
A war of useless slaughter and appalling suffering of the young and brave.
On the 11th November 1918 the guns ceased firing and the world grew still although the horror and destruction of life and values remain with us to this day. And still we go to war!
To remember them we have chosen the Yew tree, the Symbolism of Resurrection, to plant to commemorate those that lost their lives and those whose lives were changed forever by the outbreak of war on August 4th 1914.
The evergreen Yew is a tree of extreme longevity and was revered as a sacred tree. The ancient custom of mourners putting sprigs of Yew into the graves of the departed showed that they believed death was not the end but a passing through into the continuance of life to come.
Yew trees are able to live for thousands of years, due to its ability of perpetual growth. It shows that the source of life is continually renews itself. Hence the planting of Yew to remember those who lived and died for their country.
Yews provide food and shelter for many birds and other wildlife. They are under threat and many magnificent old Yews have been chopped down for no other reason than the dreaded ‘Health and Safety’.
Please plant a Yew to honour and remember our War Dead for year to come.
For every tree ordered, Trees Direct will give a donation to the Royal British Legion.
In Flanders Field
In Flanders’ fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row by row,
That mark our place: and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields
Take up our quarrel with the foe;
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high,
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though the poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
The English Yew, Taxus baccata, is steeped in history and revered for its medicinal and magical qualities. Long lived, up to 2000 year or more, it will certainly be a lasting memorial to someone or something we love!
Broadly conical, later domed head, the Yew is a slow growing (worth the wait) evergreen with fern-like leaves on horizontal branches. Bright red berries feed the birds and wildlife throughout the winter months and its deep thick habit provides a safe warm haven for lots of birds.
It makes an impressive and magical specimen tree in large gardens and parks. Famous for topiary, it is easily clipped to any shape. Growing happily in sun or shade, Yews are fully hardy, will tolerate most soils and situations, including chalk and shade but good drainage is essential. Although slow growing they make the most marvelous, elegant hedges, protective from the wind, humans and other animals. These days they can be bought bare rooted or rootballed, establishing a hedge in no time. The wonderful Yew in our garden is a source of great delight as we watch the variety of small birds popping in and out of the magical tree. A marvellous home with its own food supply for birds.
Special features: Evergreen needle like leaves and horizontal branches
Symbolism, Folklore & Old Wives Tales The Tree of Knowledge and revered by the Druids and then the Christians, Yews have come to Symbolize Resurrection. It is very unlucky to chop down a Yew and considering how long it takes to grow, it would indicate a vandal, a person of little sensibility. And did you know the bows used at Agincourt to win the war against the French were made from the English Yew.
The tree is watered before being carefully packed by one of our experienced staff on site. It comes in a cardboard box lined with straw. (We try to use as much recycling material as possible) The box is addressed to the customer or a specified name and address and sent out overnight delivery to arrive on requested dates.
Please note the size of the tree that you are ordering, as our trees are provided for our clients to plant themselves, which may appear at a small size rather than the fully grown tree as shown in the photos. To find out more information, please visit our Delivery & Returns page.
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