QuestionsHow to growTrees and ShrubsHedges and Shelter beltsReplacing dead griselinia with yew 0 Vote Up Vote Down Tim Herlihy asked 14 years ago After cutting a dead Griselinia to the base, can a yew hedge be planted in between the stubs and when is the best time to plant. 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down Gerry Daly Staff answered 6 years ago If the griselinia is dead, it is possible to plant between the dead roots without harm. March would be a good time.