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RedCrocus Variegated Boxwood Standard Topiary – Buxus sempervirens 'Variegata' – Evergreen Live Plant for Containers, Entryways & Formal Gardens 10 Gallon Nursery Pot

RedCrocus Variegated Boxwood Standard Topiary – Buxus sempervirens 'Variegata' – Evergreen Live Plant for Containers, Entryways & Formal Gardens 10 Gallon Nursery Pot

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Buxus Variegata- Topiary Standard Topiary

Description

A refined, evergreen boxwood trained as a standard topiary with a dense, naturally compact canopy. Variegated leaves are glossy green with creamy-white margins, providing year-round structure and brightness in the landscape or containers. In spring, small, inconspicuous flowers offer light fragrance and early nectar for pollinators.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for formal entrances, patios, parterres, knot gardens, and statement containers. Excellent as an architectural accent, for framing pathways or doorways, and for year-round structure in mixed borders.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Buxus sempervirens 'Variegata' (Standard Topiary)
  • Common Name: Variegated Boxwood Standard Topiary
  • Size & Growth: Unpruned shrub 5–8 ft tall; as a standard topiary typically maintained 3–6 ft tall overall with a 1–2 ft crown. Dense, naturally compact habit.
  • Hardiness Zones: USDA 6–8 (provide winter protection from wind and late winter sun in colder areas)
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen; small, glossy leaves with creamy-white margins; tight branching ideal for shearing and shaping
  • Bloom Time: Spring; flowers are small and not showy but lightly fragrant
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate (approx. 3–6 in/7–15 cm per year under good conditions)
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; best color and least leaf scorch with morning sun and afternoon shade in hot climates
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes—spring nectar attracts bees (flowers are inconspicuous)
  • Indoor Friendly: Best outdoors; suitable for short-term indoor display (2–4 weeks) in bright, cool conditions
  • Container Friendly: Excellent; thrives in well-drained containers for entries and patios
  • Deer Resistant: Yes—generally avoided by deer
  • Pet Warning: Mildly toxic if ingested; may cause vomiting/diarrhea in pets and humans—keep out of reach
  • Fragrant: Slightly fragrant spring blooms; foliage has a characteristic scent when handled
  • Cut Flower: Foliage is long-lasting in arrangements and wreaths
  • Grows Well With: Lavender, Nepeta, Salvia, Hellebores, Heuchera, Hostas, Dwarf Yew, Hydrangeas, Roses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil at the same depth as in the nursery pot, keeping the root flare at or slightly above grade. Dig a hole 2x wider than the root ball, backfill, water deeply, and mulch 2–3 in, keeping mulch off the stem. Stake the standard trunk in windy sites.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, not soggy—especially during the first growing season and through dry, windy spells. Deep, infrequent watering is best; avoid letting the root ball dry out in containers.
  • Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained loam; tolerates clay if drainage is improved. pH neutral to slightly alkaline; incorporate compost for structure and nutrients.
  • Humidity: Average outdoor humidity is sufficient. For short-term indoor display, provide good air circulation in a bright, cool room (50–65°F / 10–18°C).
  • Pruning Instructions: Shear lightly 2–4 times per season to maintain shape. Do structural cuts in late winter or just after spring flush. Disinfect tools between plants to reduce risk of boxwood blight. Avoid heavy pruning after mid-summer in cold zones.
  • Winter Care: Water well before ground freeze; mulch the root zone; provide burlap wind protection in exposed sites. Move containers to a sheltered, unheated area and protect from de-icing salt spray.
  • Planting Depth: Keep the crown at soil level; do not bury the trunk or mound mulch against it. In containers, keep soil 1 in below the rim for easy watering.
  • Fertilization: Feed in early spring with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer (e.g., 5-3-3 organic or 10-10-10) or top-dress with compost. Avoid high nitrogen late in the season.
  • Special Care: Ensure good airflow and water at the base to discourage boxwood blight. Monitor for leafminer, psyllids, and mites. Repot container plants every 2–3 years into a well-draining woody plant mix and rotate pots for even growth.
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