Green Mountain Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla Evergreen Shrub - Compact Hedge, Border & Topiary Plant, Pet Safe, Full Sun, Well-Drained Soil, 2-3 Ft 5 Gallon
Green Mountain Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla Evergreen Shrub - Compact Hedge, Border & Topiary Plant, Pet Safe, Full Sun, Well-Drained Soil, 2-3 Ft 5 Gallon
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Green Mountain' Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Mountain'
Description
A compact evergreen shrub featuring small, bright green leaves and a dense, rounded form. Ideal for hedges and borders, it maintains its shape with minimal pruning.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for foundation plantings, formal hedges, topiary, and small accent shrubs in decorative garden settings.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Green Mountain' Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Mountain' -
Common Name: Green Mountain' Littleleaf Boxwood -
Size & Growth: Typically 2-3 ft tall and wide; slow to moderate growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 5-8 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen -
Bloom Time: Not typically flowering -
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: Yes, in bright, indirect light -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic, safe for pets -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Best planted in early spring or fall in well-drained soil -
Soil Moisture: Maintain evenly moist soil; avoids waterlogging -
Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral, fertile soil -
Humidity: Average garden humidity levels -
Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after growth to maintain shape; prune sparingly -
Winter Care: Mulch around roots to protect from cold; avoid winter tip burn -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as container or slightly deeper -
Fertilization: Feed with balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Minimal; ensure proper watering and avoid compacted soil
