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Boxwood

Broad-leaved evergreen shrub. Dense, compact form with dark green, glossy foliage. Medium- to slow-growing. Can grow to 15' (4.6 m) tall and up to 15' (4.6 m) wide if not pruned. Prune regularly to maintain size and shape. Uses: accent, border, foundation, mass planting.

Companion Plants

American Sweetgum

Hydrangea

Viburnum

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Boxwood

  • Botanical name

    Buxus

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

  • Light

    Part sun

  • Height

    4-20' (1-6 m)

  • Habit

    Varies

  • Feed

    Use an all-purpose in spring

  • Water

    1-2 times per week

  • Bloom Time

    No Bloom

  • Maintenance

    Protect from winter winds

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Gabrielle R.'s collection
  • Holden P.'s collection
  • Katrina Y.'s collection