Green Beauty Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla Evergreen Shrub – Perfect for Hedges, Borders & Container Planting, Pet & Deer Resistant, Low Maintenance, Full Sun to Partial Shade 3 Gallon
Green Beauty Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla Evergreen Shrub – Perfect for Hedges, Borders & Container Planting, Pet & Deer Resistant, Low Maintenance, Full Sun to Partial Shade 3 Gallon
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Green Beauty' Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty'
Description
A compact evergreen shrub characterized by dense, small, glossy green foliage. It is known for its slow growth and its suitability for formal hedges and topiary.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for hedges, borders, foundation plantings, or as a container plant in patios and entryways.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Green Beauty' Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty' -
Common Name: Green Beauty' Littleleaf Boxwood -
Size & Growth: Typically grows 2-3 feet tall with a spread of 2 feet, slow growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 6-8 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen, Small, Glossy -
Bloom Time: Rarely flowers, usually in early spring -
Growth Rate: Slow -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: Yes, as a potted plant with proper light -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: Not typically used as cut flowers -
Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and low-maintenance perennials
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade, spacing according to mature size -
Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, avoid waterlogging -
Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil -
Humidity: Average humidity preferred -
Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after new growth to maintain shape -
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy frost in colder zones -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as root ball -
Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring and late summer -
Special Care: Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
