Plant Detail

Buxus |Green Velvet

Buxus 'Green Velvet' (Boxwood) is a compact, broad-mounded, evergreen shrub with lush foliage of opposite, glossy, dark green leaves. The foliage retains its excellent dark green color throughout the winter. Tough, hardy and easy to grow, this Boxwood provides color year-round, as well as form, texture, and contrast to its companion plants.

  • Typically grows up to 3-4 ft. tall and wide (90-120 cm).
  • Thrives in part shade in evenly moist, well-drained soils. While full shade is tolerated, the plant will not be as vigorous and its foliage not be as dense. Full sun exposure may scorch the foliage. Boxwood can grow in a variety of soils as long as there is not too much sand or too much clay. Mulch should be added to reduce water evaporation and maintain moisture. While drought tolerant, Boxwood should always be watered during drought periods.
  • suitedsited in locations sheltered from strong winds, with, if possible, some protection from the full winter sun.
  • Very versatile, this plant is perfect for beds, borders, containers, formal gardens, and Mediterranean gardens.
  • Keep an eye out for box sucker, mussel scale, box red spider mite, leaf spot, and box blight. Deer and rabbit-resistant!
  • This plant grows slowly, so shear if desired. Pruning should occur after the last spring frost date, to avoid the new growth being damaged or killed. Promote air circulation via the removal of dead branches or thinning. Avoid cultivating around this plant because it has shallow roots.
  • Fall is the best time for boxwood planting and mulching, while winter is the ideal time for pruning, thinning, and protection.
  • Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

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Requirement
Hardiness 5,6,7,8
Heat Zones 2,3,4,5,6,7
Climate Zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Buxaceae
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Early Spring, Mid Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer
Height 3' - 4'
Spread 3' - 4'
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Characteristics Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Formal Garden, Mediterranean Garden, Modern Garden
Planting Place Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers