Boxwood
Buxus
- Evergreen
- Broadleaf
- Full sun to partial shade
Evergreen broadleaf with fine foliage and compact habit; excellent for dense pads and formal styles.
Zone 8b notes
High fungal risk in persistent wet
Care profile
Placement
Full sun to partial shade
Partial shade helps prevent leaf scorch in summer.
Watering
Moderate
Even moisture preferred; sensitive to drying out.
Fertilization
Balanced
Feed every 2-4 weeks during active growth.
Wiring
Spring or Autumn
Very slow to set - leave wire on longer but monitor closely.
Pruning
Structural in early spring, maintenance through summer
Responds well to repeated pinching and shearing.
Repotting
Every 2-3 years
Repot in early spring; watch for root rot signs.
Propagation
Cuttings or seed
Root cuttings possible in spring.
Winter notes
Hardy; protect from drying winds in winter.
Summer notes
Monitor for leaf scorch; maintain humidity.
Current phase
Early Summer- Watering
- Water deeply; boxwood is sensitive to drought.
- Fertilization
- Monthly balanced feed.
- Pruning
- Prune to maintain silhouette.
- Wiring
- Adjust wires; monitor closely.
- Pests Disease
- Inspect for spider mites and leaf spot.
- Summer Protection
- Provide partial shade during hot afternoons.
- Display
- Optimal period for display.
