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RedCrocus Skylight Boxwood Buxus x 'Skylight'- Evergreen Shrub, Formal Hedge, Topiary, Garden Border, Container Plant, Deer & Pet Friendly 2 Gallon

RedCrocus Skylight Boxwood Buxus x 'Skylight'- Evergreen Shrub, Formal Hedge, Topiary, Garden Border, Container Plant, Deer & Pet Friendly 2 Gallon

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SKU:nse9657-redcrocus

Pot Size

Skylight' Boxwood Buxus x 'Skylight'

Description

A compact, dense evergreen shrub with small, bright green foliage. Ideal for formal hedges and topiary, it maintains its shape over time with minimal pruning.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for creating hedges, borders, and container accents in garden landscapes. Suitable for formal gardens and topiary projects.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Skylight' Boxwood Buxus x 'Skylight'
  • Common Name: Skylight' Boxwood
  • Size & Growth: Typically grows 2-3 feet tall and wide, with a slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: Zones 6-8
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen, small glossy green leaves
  • Bloom Time: Generally non-flowering, or with insignificant blooms in spring
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: Yes, with adequate light
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: No
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and formal garden designs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil in a location with full sun to partial shade.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-draining soil.
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after growth to maintain shape; avoid heavy pruning during winter.
  • Winter Care: Protect from harsh cold winds; mulch to insulate roots in colder zones.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same soil level as in nursery container.
  • Fertilization: Feed with balanced fertilizer twice per year in spring and summer.
  • Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent disease.
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