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Buxus sempervirens

English or Common Boxwood

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany,Connon N.

 

Description

This evergreen shrub produces small, dark green leaves; it has a slow growth pattern that reaches heights of 15'-20'. It can be kept at a smaller size with pruning when used as a hedge or specimen.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal

Accenting Features

Silhouette

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Topiary, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace damaged nozzles or heads with those identical to other heads on the same valve.

Mixing different types of heads on the same valve will create overly dry areas or overly wet areas.