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RedCrocus Dee Runk Boxwood- Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Topiary, Low-Maintenance Garden Plant, Container Friendly, Deer Resistant, Full Sun to Partial Shade 3 Gallon

RedCrocus Dee Runk Boxwood- Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Topiary, Low-Maintenance Garden Plant, Container Friendly, Deer Resistant, Full Sun to Partial Shade 3 Gallon

Regular price $156.00 USD
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SKU:nse7138-redcrocus

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Dee Runk' Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens 'Dee Runk'

Description

This cultivar features dense, small evergreen leaves with a compact growth habit. It is prized for its versatility in formal hedges and topiary, thriving in mild climates.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for hedging, formal landscaping, low-maintenance gardens, and container planting.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Dee Runk' Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens 'Dee Runk'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Dee Runk' Common Boxwood
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Typically 3-4 ft tall, 3 ft wide; slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Evergreen leaves
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Not typically flowering
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Considered non-toxic but consult local guidelines
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and small perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil; space plants approximately 3 feet apart.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Maintain evenly moist soil; avoid waterlogging.
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Prune in early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or overgrown stems.
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulching recommended in colder zones.
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant root ball level with soil surface.
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Feed annually in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Regular watering during dry periods enhances growth and health.
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