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Buxus ‘Japanese Box’

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

Buxus microphylla var japonica

An evergreen, hardy compact shrub, which is a very versatile plant for any garden.

Height

1.5m

Width

1.5m


Foliage

Japanese Box has masses of lush, small, bright-green oval leaves on a compact dense shrub.

Usage

  • An excellent choice for hedges, borders and general garden planting. 
  • Japanese Box loves a clip, and they can be made into many decorative shapes for pots or the garden and topiary.
  • Plant 40-50cm apart for low hedging/borders and about 80cm-1m apart for a taller hedge.

Comments

  • Plant in well-drained soil. 
  • Prefers a sunny to partly shaded position but will handle a shaded spot.
  • Mulch well and fertilise with Seasol and organic food each spring and autumn.


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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