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Green Velvet Hybrid Boxwood- Dense Evergreen Bush for Hedges & Landscaping, Pet&Toxin-Free, Low Maintenance, Full Sun/Partial Shade 6 Gallon

Green Velvet Hybrid Boxwood- Dense Evergreen Bush for Hedges & Landscaping, Pet&Toxin-Free, Low Maintenance, Full Sun/Partial Shade 6 Gallon

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Green Velvet' Hybrid Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Velvet'

Description

This compact evergreen shrub features dense, bright green foliage with a smooth, velvety texture. Ideal for hedges and topiary, it maintains its shape with minimal pruning and thrives in a variety of garden settings.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for formal hedges, containers, foundation plantings, and creating lush borders in landscape design.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Green Velvet' Hybrid Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Velvet'
  • Common Name: Green Velvet' Hybrid Boxwood
  • Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 feet in height and width, with slow to moderate growth rate.
  • Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time: Not typically flowering
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Contains substances toxic to pets if ingested in large quantities
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other evergreen hedges, ornamental grasses, and flowering shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space appropriately for desired hedge size.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil with neutral to slightly acidic pH.
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity conditions.
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune after new growth in early spring to maintain shape; minimal shaping needed otherwise.
  • Winter Care: Protect in zone 5 with mulch or cover during harsh winters.
  • Planting Depth: Bury at same depth as in nursery container.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Avoid heavy shading or water stress for optimal foliage density.
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