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Green Mound' Littleleaf Boxwood 10 Gallon

Green Mound' Littleleaf Boxwood 10 Gallon

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Buxus microphylla 'Green Mound'

Buxus microphylla 'Green Mound'

Description

Buxus microphylla 'Green Mound', commonly known as 'Green Mound' Littleleaf Boxwood, is a compact, evergreen shrub with a naturally rounded shape. It features small, glossy green leaves that maintain their color throughout the year, making it a popular choice for hedges, borders, and topiary.

Suggested Uses

This versatile shrub is ideal for formal gardens, low hedges, foundation plantings, and container gardening. Its dense foliage makes it perfect for creating privacy screens or as a backdrop for flowering plants.

Plant Details

  • Botanical NameBotanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Green Mound'
  • Common NameCommon Name: 'Green Mound' Littleleaf Boxwood
  • Size & GrowthSize & Growth: 2-3 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness ZonesHardiness Zones: 6-9
  • Foliage TypeFoliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom TimeBloom Time: Insignificant
  • Growth RateGrowth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light RequirementsLight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts PollinatorsAttracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor FriendlyIndoor Friendly: No
  • Container FriendlyContainer Friendly: Yes
  • Deer ResistantDeer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet WarningPet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • FragrantFragrant: No
  • Cut FlowerCut Flower: No
  • Grows Well WithGrows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting InstructionsPlanting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the ground surface.
  • Soil MoistureSoil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
  • Soil TypeSoil Type: Prefers loamy, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
  • HumidityHumidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning InstructionsPruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches.
  • Winter CareWinter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots during harsh winters.
  • Planting DepthPlanting Depth: Plant at the same depth as it was in the nursery container.
  • FertilizationFertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special CareSpecial Care: Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot climates to prevent leaf scorch.
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