Green Beauty Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla Evergreen Shrub - Container Friendly, Dense Foliage, Ideal for Hedges & Gardens 5 Gallon
Green Beauty Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla Evergreen Shrub - Container Friendly, Dense Foliage, Ideal for Hedges & Gardens 5 Gallon
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Green Beauty' Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty'
Description
A dense, compact evergreen shrub known for its small, lush green leaves and versatile growth habit. An excellent choice for hedge formations, borders, or as a focal shrub in garden landscapes.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for hedges, topiaries, foundation plantings, and container gardening. Ideal for formal gardens and landscape accents.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Green Beauty' Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty' -
Common Name: Green Beauty' Littleleaf Boxwood -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 feet in height with a spread of 3 feet, maintaining a dense, rounded form with slow to moderate growth pace. -
Hardiness Zones: 6-9 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen -
Bloom Time: Generally non-flowering or minimal blooms in late spring -
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Keep out of reach of pets; may be toxic if ingested -
Fragrant: No -
Grows Well With: Many perennials, ornamental grasses, and other evergreen shrubs
Cut Flower: Not typically used as cut flower
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Choose a location with full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. Space appropriately for mature size. -
Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. -
Soil Type: Adaptable to a variety of soils, prefers fertile, well-drained soils. -
Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity levels. -
Pruning Instructions: Prune after new growth in late spring or early summer to maintain shape. -
Winter Care: Protect in colder areas with mulch or windbreaks; generally hardy in designated zones. -
Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the container or nursery row. -
Fertilization: Feed with balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. -
Special Care: Minimal; avoid overwatering and ensure proper pruning for shape maintenance.
