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Buxus ‘English Box’

Buxus ‘English Box’ — Emerald, VIC — Emerald Gardens Nursery

Buxus sempervirens

An attractive, hardy and bushy evergreen shrub that can be used in many garden situations.

Height

1-2m (if left as a shrub) however, plant 25-30cm apart for a lower border

Width

1-2m (if left as a shrub) however, plant 25-30cm apart for a lower border

Foliage

Very bushy dark green, glossy, oval foliage.

Usage

  • Outstanding for formal hedges and borders, topiary, mazes, container plants and general garden planting.
  • Plant 25-30cm apart for a hedge/border.

Comments

  • This adaptable shrub thrives in a range of soils and conditions, but for best results, plant full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. 
  • Fertilise each spring with dolomite lime and complete fertiliser. 
  • Use premium potting mix if planting in containers.

All our plants are seasonal and subject to availability. Please call us on 03 5968 5745 to ensure we have the plant you want.

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