Morris Dwarf Boxwood – Compact Evergreen Shrub for Low-Maintenance Landscaping

Enhance your garden with the Morris Dwarf Boxwood (Buxus microphylla ‘Morris Dwarf’), a compact, slow-growing evergreen shrub perfect for low-maintenance hedging, borders, and foundation plantings. With its dense, rounded form and rich green foliage, this variety adds timeless elegance to any landscape while requiring minimal upkeep.

Key Features:

• Compact & Low-Growing – Naturally forms a dense, mounded shape, ideal for small spaces and formal gardens.
• Evergreen & Year-Round Color – Maintains vibrant green foliage throughout all seasons.
• Low Maintenance & Slow Growth – Requires little pruning to retain its shape.
• Drought & Heat Tolerant – Thrives in a variety of climates with moderate watering.
• Versatile Use – Ideal for borders, edging, foundation plantings, and small hedges.

Product Details:

• Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla ‘Morris Dwarf’
• Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
• Mature Height: 1–2 feet
• Mature Width: 2–3 feet
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, loamy soil; adaptable to various soil types
• Growth Rate: Slow

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Preparation: Cold stratify seeds for 30–60 days before planting.
• Sowing: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained soil, spacing them 1–2 feet apart for edging.
• Germination: Keep soil moist; germination may take 3–6 months.
• Transplanting: Once seedlings are well-rooted, move them to their permanent location.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Maintain even moisture, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning needed; shape lightly as desired.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring for healthy growth.
• General Care: Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

With its dense foliage, compact size, and minimal care requirements, Morris Dwarf Boxwood is the perfect choice for elegant, low-maintenance landscaping.