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Anonany · **Posted: 18-09-2009 , 06:28 PM** #1

I've a couple of 3ft yew bushes in need of a prune ... and I have a vague memory of seeing Cancer Research appeals for yew clippings somewhere in Ireland.

I've tried all the search terms I can think of, but haven't managed to find anyone -- other than in the UK -- seeking the clippings.

What I have found, however, are a few references to Cancer Research facilities now being able to synthesise the "vital ingredient" ... so perhaps yew clippings are no longer required !

Perhaps someone here can point me in the right direction ?

If they're not needed for research purposes, I can always offer them as "cuttings" to anyone wishing to start a new hedge !

Many thanks, Anonany

	Posted: 18-09-2009 , 06:28 PM #1
Anonany Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bray, Co Wicklow Posts: 99	Yew Clippings ... Where -- if anywhere -- do I send them for Cancer Research ? I've a couple of 3ft yew bushes in need of a prune ... and I have a vague memory of seeing Cancer Research appeals for yew clippings somewhere in Ireland. I've tried all the search terms I can think of, but haven't managed to find anyone -- other than in the UK -- seeking the clippings. What I have found, however, are a few references to Cancer Research facilities now being able to synthesise the "vital ingredient" ... so perhaps yew clippings are no longer required ! Perhaps someone here can point me in the right direction ? If they're not needed for research purposes, I can always offer them as "cuttings" to anyone wishing to start a new hedge ! Many thanks, Anonany