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Size | |
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Type | Shrub |
Zone | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Height Range (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
Spread (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
Bloom Time | |
Bloom Description | Green |
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Water | |
Suggested Use | |
Leaf Retention | Evergreen |
Soil pH requirements | Acidic, Neutral, Slightly Alkaline |
Soil Type | Clay, Loamy, Sandy |
Other | Attractive Foliage |
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Buxus ‘Green Velvet’, or Green Velvet Boxwood, is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its dense, rounded shape and vibrant green foliage that lasts year-round.
Perfect for low hedges, foundation plantings, and topiaries, this slow-growing, low-maintenance shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to various soil types.
Its resistance to disease and pests makes it an excellent choice for both formal and informal landscapes.
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Size | |
---|---|
Type | Shrub |
Zone | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Height Range (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
Spread (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
Bloom Time | |
Bloom Description | Green |
Sun | |
Water | |
Suggested Use | |
Leaf Retention | Evergreen |
Soil pH requirements | Acidic, Neutral, Slightly Alkaline |
Soil Type | Clay, Loamy, Sandy |
Other | Attractive Foliage |
Growth Rate |
Buxus ‘Green Velvet’, commonly known as Green Velvet Boxwood, is a versatile evergreen shrub prized for its compact, rounded shape and rich green foliage. This slow-growing boxwood is a popular choice for formal hedges, foundation plantings, and topiaries due to its dense, fine-textured leaves and year-round color. The foliage remains vibrant green throughout the growing season, transitioning to a slightly bronze hue in the winter, providing continuous interest in the landscape.
Green Velvet Boxwood is highly adaptable, thriving in full sun to partial shade and in various soil conditions, making it an excellent option for both formal and informal garden designs. It requires minimal pruning to maintain its natural, rounded shape, making it a low-maintenance shrub for borders, small hedges, or as a specimen plant. Additionally, this cultivar is known for its good resistance to disease and deer, making it a reliable and hardy choice for a wide range of garden environments.
Green Velvet Boxwood is ideal for creating low, formal hedges or borders around walkways, patios, or garden beds. It also works well as a foundation planting around homes and buildings, or as a focal point in topiary displays. Its compact size and dense growth make it a perfect choice for small spaces, container gardens, or adding year-round structure to mixed perennial borders.
While not native, Buxus ‘Green Velvet’ provides year-round greenery and structure to gardens. Its dense foliage offers cover for small birds and wildlife, and its resistance to deer and pests makes it an eco-friendly choice for long-lasting landscape design without heavy chemical inputs.
Incorporate Buxus ‘Green Velvet’ into your landscape for its beauty, structure, and adaptability. This reliable evergreen shrub offers year-round appeal with minimal care, making it a favorite for both formal and casual garden designs.
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