Sun Needs:
- Full sun to partial shade
- Prefers partial shade in hot climates to prevent leaf scorch
- Tolerates full sun with adequate moisture
- Avoid deep shade, which can lead to sparse growth
Bloom Time:
- Spring (inconspicuous)
- Tiny, pale green to yellow flowers
- Not grown for blooms; valued for foliage and form
Size:
Height: 1 to 6 feet (varies by species and cultivar).
- Dwarf varieties: 1–2 feet.
- Larger types: up to 6 feet or more.
Width: 1 to 6 feet. Naturally rounded or mounding habit. Easily shaped through pruning.
Attributes:
- Dense, evergreen foliage with a fine texture
- Excellent for hedging, edging, and topiary
- Tolerates pruning and shaping well
- Deer-resistant and long-lived
- Provides year-round structure in the landscape
Care Tips:
- Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
- Water regularly during establishment and dry periods
- Mulch to retain moisture and protect shallow roots
- Prune in late winter to early spring before new growth
- Avoid heavy pruning in late summer or fall
Pest watch:
- Monitor for boxwood blight, leafminer, and mites
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