Dwarf Boxwood (Buxus microphylla var. japonica or Buxus sempervirens)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun to partial shade
• Best foliage density in full sun
• Tolerates shade but may become more open in habit

Bloom Time:

• Spring
• Small, pale green flowers are inconspicuous but attract pollinators

Size:

Height: 1 to 3 feet (depending on cultivar)
Width: 1 to 3 feet

Attributes:

• Dense, evergreen foliage with a fine texture
• Naturally compact and rounded growth habit
• Excellent for edging, borders, and formal designs
• Slow-growing and easy to maintain
• Suitable for containers and topiary

Care Tips:

• Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
• Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature
• Mulch to retain moisture and protect shallow roots
• Prune in late spring or early summer to shape
• Avoid heavy pruning in late summer or fall

Pest Watch:

• Monitor for boxwood leaf miner, boxwood blight, and mites
• Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues
• Avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk