Explore the timeless beauty of Buxus sempervirens, the classic Common Boxwood. Known for its dense, lush foliage and versatile pruning options, Common Boxwood is the quintessential choice for formal hedges, borders, and topiaries. This evergreen staple provides structure and elegance to any garden throughout the year.
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Ideal for formal gardens, the Common Boxwood can be shaped into precise hedges and borders, enhancing pathways and garden outlines with elegance.
COMMON BOXWOOD QUICK GUIDE
- Ideal for formal hedges, borders, and topiaries with its dense, evergreen foliage.
- Responds well to pruning for shape and size control, perfect for refined garden designs.
- Thrives in both sun and partial shade, offering flexibility in garden placement.
Ideal For:
- Creating structured designs in formal gardens.
- Enhancing pathways, garden borders, and parterres.
- Forming elegant topiaries in pots or garden beds.
COMMON BOXWOOD DETAILS
Buxus sempervirens, or Common Boxwood, is a garden favorite for its versatility and classic appearance. Perfect for formal landscapes or casual garden settings, it provides a lush, green backdrop year-round.
- Dense Foliage: Its compact leaves create a thick, impenetrable hedge, ideal for privacy and wind protection.
- Adaptable: Succeeds in a variety of soil types and conditions, as long as there is adequate drainage.
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established, with occasional pruning to maintain shape.
| USDA Hardiness Zones: | 5-9 |
| West Coast - Sunset Heat Zones: | Adaptable to Zones 4-24, making it versatile for a range of climates |
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| Sun/Shade: | Full sun to partial shade |
| Watering Requirements: | Moderate, prefers well-drained soil |
| Growth Rate: | Slow to moderate |
| Mature Size: | Varies with pruning; commonly kept at 2-4' tall and wide in hedges |
| Deer Resistance: | Yes, boxwoods are generally resistant to deer |
| Pest/Disease Issues: | Fair resistance to Boxwood Blight; monitor for common pests |
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