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Genus Buxus (Boxwood, Box)

Buxus Buxus 'Green Mountain' Photo/Illustration: Michelle Gervais
BUX-us Common Name: Boxwood, Box
This widely used genus is prized for its evergreen foliage and its ability to withstand heavy pruning. The yellow-green flowers are insignificant. Buxus has been used in hedging, topiaries, and parterres for centuries. 
 Noteworthy characteristics: Opposite, glossy rounded to lance-shaped leathery leaves. Variegated forms exist.
 Care: Grow in any soil, preferably in part shade. Tolerates full sun if the soil is moist. Prune in late spring and summer; supply fertilizer after any heavy pruning to aid in regeneration.
 Propagation: Root semi-ripe cutttings in summer. Graft in winter.
 Problems: Powdery mildew, canker, root rot, dieback, and leaf spot are common. Leaf miner, scale, caterpillars, psyllids, and mites also occur. Foliage can winter burn if planted in an unprotected site.

Species, varieties and cultivars for genus Buxus

Buxus sempervirens 'Green Mountain' Buxus sempervirens 'Green Mountain'
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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This upright, oval, dark green boxwood grows to about 3 feet high and wide. It flowers in spring, but it is grown for its handsome foliage. Use as hedging or topiary, or in a border.