Buxus microphylla 'Green Mountain'

Littleleaf Boxwood

Tips for Homeowners:

Best to irrigate in periods of drought and apply mulch to help retain moisture levels. Prune in late spring after fear of frost.

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Beautiful broadleaf evergreen shrub with a cone-shaped habit and that holds the form even without shearing.

  • Oval pyramid shape
  • Small, dark-green leaves
  • Broadleaf evergreen

Boxwood is a popular shrub to use in formal or informal gardens or landscapes as a foundation planting or low hedge.  Will grow best in eastern and central Kansas.

Height: 3-5 ft
Spread: 2-3 ft
Zone: 5-9
Color: Green

Interesting Notes about Littleleaf Boxwood:

Boxwood is one of few broadleaf everygreen shrubs that can handle frequent shearings for a tight manicured look or it can be left alone to grow naturally. They do flower, but it is not significant and the leaves can be a little sensitive to strong winter winds and salt damage. The shrubs prefer moist, well-drained soil with an alkaline pH. Boxwood can flourish in almost full shade, but do best when there is on and off sun throughout the day.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Great Foliage
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Evergreen
  • Slow Growing
  • Cold Tolerant
  • Mass Planting

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Exposure:

  • Partial Sun
  • Full Shade

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Mounding
  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall
  • Summer
  • Winter

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water