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RedCrocus Green Mountain Hybrid Boxwood | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders | Pet Safe & Deer Resistant | Well-Drained Soil | Plant in Spring or Fall 3/4' h 15 Gallon
RedCrocus Green Mountain Hybrid Boxwood | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders | Pet Safe & Deer Resistant | Well-Drained Soil | Plant in Spring or Fall 3/4' h 15 Gallon
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Green Mountain' Hybrid Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Mountain'
Description
A compact, evergreen shrub featuring dense, small green foliage. Ideal for hedges, borders, and topiary with a slow to moderate growth rate and a manageable mature size.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for formal gardens, container plantings, and as a foundation plant. Its versatility makes it suitable for shaping into topiaries or maintaining as a low hedge.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Green Mountain' Hybrid Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Mountain' -
Common Name: Green Mountain' Hybrid Boxwood -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 ft in height and width with a slow to moderate growth rate. -
Hardiness Zones: 5-9 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen -
Bloom Time: Rarely flowers; primarily valued for foliage -
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Not particularly -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Mild toxicity to pets if ingested -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs, topiary, ornamental grasses
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil, spacing 2-3 feet apart for hedges. -
Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, but not waterlogged. -
Soil Type: Prefers fertile, loamy soils, pH neutral to slightly acidic. -
Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels. -
Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering or early spring to maintain shape. Light trimming throughout the year encourages dense growth. -
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; in colder zones, consider mulch or wrapping. -
Planting Depth: Set in ground so the top of the root ball is level with soil surface. -
Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring. -
Special Care: Monitor for pests like boxwood leafminer and treat promptly.
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