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RedCrocus Newport Blue Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens Pyramid- Dense Evergreen for Hedges & Landscape 10 Gallon

RedCrocus Newport Blue Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens Pyramid- Dense Evergreen for Hedges & Landscape 10 Gallon

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Newport Blue' Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens 'Newport Blue' Pyramid

Description

A compact, evergreen shrub with dense, bright blue-green foliage. Ideal for formal hedges, topiaries, and landscape accents.

Suggested Uses

Perfectly suited for foundation plantings, privacy screens, and decorative garden borders.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Newport Blue' Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens 'Newport Blue' Pyramid
  • Common Name: Newport Blue' Common Boxwood
  • Size & Growth: Typically grows 2-3 ft tall with a 2 ft spread, maintaining a dense pyramidal shape.
  • Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen, dense, and bright blue-green in color
  • Bloom Time: No significant blooms; primarily valued for foliage
  • Growth Rate: Moderate, about 4-6 inches per year
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and foundation plantings

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Space plants about 2-3 feet apart for hedges.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, especially during the first year.
  • Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity: Average humidity; protect from excessive moisture in winter.
  • Pruning Instructions: Light pruning in early spring to maintain shape; avoid severe cuts.
  • Winter Care: Mulch around base to protect roots; minimal winter protection needed in zones 5-8.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery; firm soil around roots.
  • Fertilization: Feed with balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot; ensure good airflow around foliage.
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