RedCrocus Little Missy Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Little Missy' | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders | Cold Hardy, Container Friendly, Deer Resistant, Pet Warning 2 Gallon
RedCrocus Little Missy Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Little Missy' | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders | Cold Hardy, Container Friendly, Deer Resistant, Pet Warning 2 Gallon
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Little Missy' Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Little Missy'
Description
A compact, dense evergreen shrub known for its small, glossy green leaves and low-growing habit. Perfect for formal hedges and border plantings.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for topiary, hedges, foundation plantings, and container displays in both residential and commercial landscapes.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Little Missy' -
Common Name: Little Missy Boxwood -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 1-2 ft in height with a spread of 2-3 ft; slow to moderate growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 5-8 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen, Small, Glossy -
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate -
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Contains toxicity if ingested -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and decorative grasses
Bloom Time: Typically inconspicuous, with occasional flowering in spring
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Best planted in well-drained soil, spacing 2-3 ft apart for hedges -
Soil Moisture: Keep moist but not waterlogged -
Soil Type: Adaptable to most well-drained soils -
Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels -
Pruning Instructions: Light trimming to maintain shape, prune in late winter or early spring -
Winter Care: Can tolerate cold; protection is recommended in zones 5 and below -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery, approximately 1-2 inches below soil surface -
Fertilization: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
