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RedCrocus Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens for Hedges, Topiary & Garden Borders, Evergreen Shrub, Pet-Friendly, Container Friendly, Deer Resistant 6 Gallon

RedCrocus Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens for Hedges, Topiary & Garden Borders, Evergreen Shrub, Pet-Friendly, Container Friendly, Deer Resistant 6 Gallon

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SKU:nse6640-redcrocus

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Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens

Description

Evergreen shrub with dense, lush foliage, ideal for hedges and topiary. Dense, small green leaves provide a classic, formal appearance.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for decorative hedges, formal gardens, and topiary art. Suitable for pathways, fences, and landscape borders.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens
  • Common Name: Common Boxwood
  • Size & Growth: Typically grows 2-4 feet tall and wide, with slow to moderate growth rate.
  • Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time: Tiny and inconspicuous, typically in spring
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other evergreens, ornamental shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune in early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or overgrown branches.
  • Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy snow in colder zones.
  • Planting Depth: Set planting depth so that the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.
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