Buxus Sempervirens

English box (Buxus sempervirens), is a dense, slow-growing evergreen shrub or small tree . English box is commonly used as a hedge or topiary plant, and is also used in traditional formal gardens. It has small, glossy, green leaves . It is tolerant of a variety of soil types and grows well in full sun or partial shade.

Height:
1.5 metres at maturity
Width:
50 centimetres at maturity
Growth Rate:
Slow - Moderate
Growth Habit:
Small and very compact. This shrub has a tight spread with a rounded crown.
Foliage:
Evergreen. Smooth and rounded dark green leaves with minimal colour variation.
Floral:
Insignificant.
Preferred growing conditions:
Prefers full sun to partial shade
Moist, well drained, soil.
Landscape Use:
English box Buxus Sempervirens a neat and compact evergreen shrub which is excellent for use as a border or for hedging. It is a low maintenance shrub which should be clipped regularly for shape. The English Box hedge is particularly popular due to its hardiness and the attractive dense, dark green foliage all year round.

* All dimensions are indicative