These yews are usually long-lived and generally considered a
low-maintenance shrub with no serious insect or disease problems so
don't bother with an herbicide or insecticide. They may wilt and die if
grown in heavy, poorly drained soils. Foliage may brown in winter
(winter burn) from exposure to dry winter winds. Twig dieback may occur
in winter or at other times in the year as a result of damage caused by
sudden and extreme winter temperature changes. These varieties are
noted for having better resistance to heat stress and to winter burn
than most other yews.