RedCrocus Green Mountain Littleleaf Boxwood Hedge- Evergreen Shrub for Borders & Privacy, Pet Friendly, Well-Draining Soil, Easy Care, Low Maintenance 15/18" h

Name: RedCrocus Green Mountain Littleleaf Boxwood Hedge- Evergreen Shrub for Borders & Privacy, Pet Friendly, Well-Draining Soil, Easy Care, Low Maintenance 15/18" h
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: nse7507-redcrocus
Price: 740.00 USD
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Pot Size 15/18" h

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Green Mountain' Littleleaf Boxwood Hedge Form Buxus microphylla 'Green Mountain' Hedge Form (Instant Hedge)

Description

This compact evergreen shrub features dense, small bright green leaves, making it an ideal choice for hedges and borders. It exhibits slow to moderate growth and maintains a uniform, neat appearance year-round.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for creating privacy screens, defining garden borders, and forming formal hedges. Its evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and visual interest.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Green Mountain'
Common Name: Green Mountain Littleleaf Boxwood
Size & Growth: Typically 2-3 ft tall and wide; grows 2-4 inches per year
Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Bloom Time: Not typically floral, primarily valued for foliage
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Attracts Pollinators: No
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Use with caution, non-toxic but ingestion may cause discomfort
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: No
Grows Well With: Low-growing perennials and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil in full sun to part shade. Space adequately for hedge formation.
Soil Moisture: Regular watering; keep soil evenly moist.
Soil Type: Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Humidity: Normal indoor or outdoor conditions.
Pruning Instructions: Trim as needed to maintain shape and size, best after the growth season.
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulching recommended in colder zones.
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or nursery.
Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.
Special Care: Minimal; avoid overwatering and allow proper air circulation.