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Buxus ‘Wintergreen’ – Wintergreen Boxwood

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4, 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b, 9

Height Range (ft.)

2.00 to 4.00

Spread (ft.)

2.00 to 4.00

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Bloom Description

Small, tiny, yellow-green flowers

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Buxus ‘Wintergreen’ – Wintergreen Boxwood

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Evergreen boxwood with dense growth and strong winter color. Cold hardy and ideal for hedges, foundations, and formal garden designs.

Price range: $12.99 through $29.99

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Additional information

Size

,

Common Name

Type

Family

Native?

Zone

4, 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b, 9

Height Range (ft.)

2.00 to 4.00

Spread (ft.)

2.00 to 4.00

Bloom Time

,

Bloom Description

Small, tiny, yellow-green flowers

Sun

,

Water

Maintenance

Suggested Use

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Tolerate

, , ,

Growth Rate

Product Description

Buxus ‘Wintergreen’, commonly known as Wintergreen Boxwood, is a hardy evergreen shrub valued for its dense habit, rich green foliage, and excellent cold tolerance. This versatile boxwood typically grows 3 to 5 feet tall and wide and maintains a naturally rounded form with minimal pruning. Its small, glossy leaves retain good color through winter, making it a dependable choice for year-round structure in the landscape. Wintergreen Boxwood thrives in part shade to full sun and prefers well-drained soils, performing reliably in formal gardens, foundation plantings, and low hedges.

Why choose Wintergreen Boxwood

  • Evergreen structure: Provides year-round color and form

  • Cold hardy: Performs well in colder climates

  • Dense growth: Naturally compact and easy to maintain

Cultivating tips

  • Sun exposure: Full sun to part shade

  • Soil needs: Prefers well-drained soils; avoid poorly drained sites

  • Maintenance: Low—prune lightly as needed to maintain shape

Designs for your garden

  • Foundation plantings: Creates clean lines and year-round structure

  • Hedges and borders: Ideal for low hedges and formal edges

  • Formal gardens: Works well in classic and structured landscapes

Ecological benefits

  • Year-round cover: Dense foliage provides shelter for small wildlife

  • Low-input shrub: Performs best with minimal pruning and care

  • Structural value: Adds permanence and stability to garden design

While primarily used for structure and design, Buxus ‘Wintergreen’ provides shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds and wildlife. Its dense growth helps improve air quality by filtering pollutants, making it a valuable addition to eco-conscious landscapes.

Enhance your garden with the beauty, durability, and versatility of Buxus ‘Wintergreen’ – Wintergreen Boxwood. This reliable evergreen shrub is an essential choice for elegant, low-maintenance landscapes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Wintergreen Boxwood?

Wintergreen Boxwood thrives in partial shade to full sun, with a preference for some afternoon shade in hotter climates to prevent leaf scorch. It grows best in well-drained, slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soils. ​

How tall and wide does Buxus ‘Wintergreen’ grow?

This evergreen shrub typically reaches 2 to 4 feet in height and 3 to 5 feet in width, forming a dense, rounded habit.

Does Wintergreen Boxwood require regular pruning?

While Wintergreen Boxwood has a naturally dense and rounded habit, pruning in late winter or early spring can help maintain its shape and encourage denser growth

Is Wintergreen Boxwood suitable for cold climates?

Yes, Wintergreen Boxwood is known for its cold-hardiness, maintaining its green color during winter months and performing well in colder climates

What are common uses for Buxus ‘Wintergreen’ in landscaping?

This versatile shrub is ideal for hedges, borders, foundation plantings, or as a stand-alone specimen. Its adaptability to pruning also makes it suitable for topiaries or formal garden designs.

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