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RedCrocus 'Sprinter' Boxwood Buxus microphylla | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges, Topiary & Garden Accents | Pet & Deer Resistant 3 Gallon

RedCrocus 'Sprinter' Boxwood Buxus microphylla | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges, Topiary & Garden Accents | Pet & Deer Resistant 3 Gallon

Regular price $248.00 USD
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SKU:nse9694-redcrocus

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Sprinter' Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Sprinter'

Description

A compact, slow-growing evergreen shrub featuring dense, small, bright green leaves. Ideal for hedges and garden accents, it offers year-round visual interest with minimal maintenance.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for foundation plantings, edging, topiary, and container gardening. An excellent choice for creating formal or informal hedges and sculpted features.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Sprinter'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Sprinter' Boxwood
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Up to 3 ft tall and wide; slow-growing
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Rarely flowers; primarily valued for foliage
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Pollinator Attraction Icon Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Keep out of reach of pets; may be mildly toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and shade plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space according to mature width.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist; avoid waterlogging.
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy or sandy soil preferred.
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after Flowering to shape and maintain compact form.
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulch around base for insulation in colder zones.
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or root ball.
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Avoid excessive pruning, as it may stress the plant. Watch for pests like boxwood leafminer.
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