Japanese Boxwood – Versatile Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders

Create a lush, structured landscape with Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla var. japonica). This hardy, adaptable evergreen shrub is perfect for hedges, borders, topiary, and foundation plantings. With its vibrant green foliage and dense growth habit, Japanese Boxwood brings year-round beauty to both formal and casual garden designs.

Key Features:

• Evergreen Foliage – Maintains rich green color throughout all seasons.

• Ideal for Hedges & Borders – Naturally compact growth makes it perfect for shaping and privacy screening.

• Fast Growing & Low Maintenance – Requires minimal pruning and adapts well to various soil conditions.

• Heat & Drought Tolerant – Thrives in warm climates and withstands dry periods once established.

• Versatile Landscaping Use – Suitable for formal gardens, edging, and container planting.

Product Details:

• Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla var. japonica

• Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub

• Mature Height: 3–6 feet (prunable for desired shape)

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, loamy soil; tolerates a range of soil types

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Preparation: Stratify seeds with a cold-moist treatment for 30–60 days before planting.

• Sowing: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained soil, spacing them 12–18 inches apart.

• Germination: Keep soil moist; germination may take 3–6 months.

• Transplanting: Once seedlings are strong, move them to their permanent location.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells.

• Pruning: Trim as needed to shape and maintain density.

• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy foliage.

• General Care: Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Enhance your garden with the versatility and resilience of Japanese Boxwood, an excellent choice for structured and low-maintenance landscaping.