RedCrocus Green Mountain Littleleaf Boxwood - Columnar Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders, Pet-Friendly, Zone 5-8 3/3.5' h B&B
RedCrocus Green Mountain Littleleaf Boxwood - Columnar Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders, Pet-Friendly, Zone 5-8 3/3.5' h B&B
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'Green Mountain' Littleleaf Boxwood Columnar (Buxus microphylla 'Green Mountain')
Description
A dense, narrow evergreen shrub with small, vibrant green leaves, ideal for creating structured hedges or accent points in the landscape.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for hedges, screens, borders, and spatial accents in garden landscapes.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Green Mountain' -
Common Name: 'Green Mountain' Littleleaf Boxwood -
Size & Growth: Typically 3-4 ft tall with a narrow, columnar form, slow to moderate growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 5-8 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen -
Bloom Time: Spring (insignificant, flowers are not the plant's main feature) -
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and ornamental grasses
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Dig a hole twice as wide as root ball, plant at same depth, water thoroughly -
Soil Moisture: Well-drained, moist soil -
Soil Type: Loamy or sandy -
Humidity: Moderate -
Pruning Instructions: Light trimming after new growth to maintain shape -
Winter Care: Protect with mulch in colder zones, minimal winter watering -
Planting Depth: Plant at existing soil level -
Fertilization: Feed with balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Avoid excessive fertilization to prevent overgrowth
