Buxus Sempervirens
Buxus Sempervirens

Buxus Sempervirens

£15.99

2 in stock

SKU: buxus-sempervirens Category:
Common Name: Common Box
Size: 2-3 Litre
Hardiness: H6
Hardiness Ratings

All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees ˚C) are shown in brackets

  • H1a: under glass all year (>15˚C)
  • H1b: can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15 ˚C)
  • H1c: can be grown outside in the summer (5 - 10 ˚C)
  • H2: tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen (1 to 5 ˚C)
  • H3: hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1 ˚C)
  • H4: hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5 ˚C)
  • H5: hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10 ˚C)
  • H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15 ˚C)
  • H7: hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20 ˚C)
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2-3 Litre Pot

  • Position: Partial, full shade
  • Soil: Moist, well drained
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Flowering Period: April – May
  • Hardiness: H6
  • Eventual Height: 5m
  • Eventual Spread: 5m

Buxus Sempervirens, also known as the ‘Common Box’ or ‘Boxwood’ is a popular evergreen shrub that is widely used in landscaping and gardening. This versatile plant is known for its ability to thrive in a wide range of soil types and is suitable for planting in both partial and full shade. Its small, glossy leaves make it an ideal choice for hedges, topiary, and as a border plant.

This hardy shrub can tolerate pruning and shaping well, making it a great option for creating formal gardens and topiary. Its dense foliage also makes it an effective barrier plant for privacy and wind protection.

Buxus Sempervirens is a slow-growing plant, so it requires minimal maintenance and can live for decades with proper care.

‘Boxwood’ has been cultivated in Europe since ancient times, and was used for hedges and topiary. The ancient Romans and Greeks used this plant for sculpting and engraving, and it was also used in medieval monasteries for making religious artifacts.

In the 16th and 17th centuries, ‘Boxwood’ was a popular choice for formal gardens and parterres in Europe. It was also used to create intricate topiary designs, such as knot gardens and labyrinths.

In the 18th and 19th centuries it was introduced to North America and quickly became a popular choice for landscaping. It was used to create hedges, borders, and topiary, and it was also used in the gardens of stately homes and public spaces.

How to care for your Buxus Sempervirens

  1. Plant in well-drained soil in a location that receives ample sunlight or shade.
  2. Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  3. Fertilise with a slow-release fertiliser during the growing season.
  4. Prune regularly to maintain shape and control size. It’s best to prune boxwood after the last frost in Spring, before new growth begins.
  5. Mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture and keep weeds down.

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Lets Go Planting

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