Buxus sempervirens

Buxaceae

Box, English Box, European Box

Small evergreen tree or shrub growing to 8m high by 4m wide. It has dark green, ovate, leathery leaves and pale yellow flowers that occur in terminal bunches. Many variegated cultivars are available.

Uses

Box is the classic hedge and topiary plant. The yellow timber of this species is also valuable for wood engraving.

Culture

Box grows best in full sun in cool or temperate climates. It prefers a light to medium, well drained soil limestone based soil, but is adaptable to most conditions. Frost tolerant and drought resistant. It can be pruned for hedging or topiary, but avoid cutting into old wood. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

Propagation

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Cultivars

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Plant Health

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More info

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