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RedCrocus 'Sprinter' Boxwood Buxus microphylla- Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders, Pet & Deer Resistant, Container Friendly, Low Maintenance, Ideal for Garden Design 5 Gallon

RedCrocus 'Sprinter' Boxwood Buxus microphylla- Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders, Pet & Deer Resistant, Container Friendly, Low Maintenance, Ideal for Garden Design 5 Gallon

Regular price $312.00 USD
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SKU:nse9679-redcrocus

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Sprinter' Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Sprinter'

Description

Evergreen shrub renowned for its dense, compact growth and fine-textured foliage. Ideal for hedges, borders, and topiary, providing year-round greenery and structure to garden designs.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for creating formal hedges, edging pathways, or shaping into decorative topiaries. Suitable for residential landscapes, commercial properties, or corporate gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Sprinter'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Sprinter' Boxwood
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 feet in height with a width of 2 feet; slow to moderate growth rate.
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Rarely flowers; occasionally in spring
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes, ideal for small spaces and containers
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested; keep out of reach of pets and children
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs, ornamental grasses, and low-maintenance perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Choose a sunny to partially shaded location; ensure good drainage. Space plants 2 feet apart for hedges.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Well-drained, moist soil
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Loamy, clay, or sandy soil suitable for ornamentals
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after flowering or in early spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch around roots in colder zones; protect from harsh winter winds
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as nursery container
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Maintain consistent watering during dry periods; avoid overwatering
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