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Buxus ‘Green Velvet’ – Green Velvet boxwoods

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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

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Water

Suggested Use

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Leaf Retention

Evergreen

Soil pH requirements

Acidic, Neutral, Slightly Alkaline

Soil Type

Clay, Loamy, Sandy

Other

Attractive Foliage

Growth Rate

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Buxus ‘Green Velvet’ – Green Velvet boxwoods

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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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Additional information

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

Product Description

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.

Why Choose Buxus ‘Green Velvet’?

  • Compact, Rounded Growth: Naturally forms a dense, rounded shape, ideal for low hedges, foundation plantings, and topiaries.
  • Evergreen Foliage: Retains its vibrant green color year-round, providing structure and beauty in the landscape, with a slight bronze tint in winter.
  • Low Maintenance: Requires little pruning to maintain its shape and is resistant to common diseases and pests, making it a reliable choice for low-maintenance gardens.
  • Adaptable: Thrives in a variety of light and soil conditions, from full sun to partial shade and well-drained to moderately moist soils.

Cultivation Tips

  • Sunlight Needs: Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerates both well.
  • Soil Requirements: Adapts to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during hot, dry periods. Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
  • Pruning: Minimal pruning is needed, typically in late spring to maintain its desired shape.

Landscape Design Ideas

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.

Environmental Impact

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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