Dwarf Box hedging̴Ì?is perfect if you are looking for a hedge that is compact, low, and slow growing.
About̴Ì?Pot Grown Dwarf Box
We've dedicated time and care into growing your pot grown plant, so it arrives looking stunningly new and healthy.
The Dwarf Box has little, rich, dark green leaves that look dense and bushy. It is very good at maintaining its shape, considering its so small, which makes it a lovely hedge to place in little areas around your garden. It is a very slow growing species, sitting at 3-5cm per annum. Growing this slowly makes it perfect for border surroundings, or even putting in your vegetable gardens. This hedge can easily be kept at 30cm, making it an ideal alternative to Box (just smaller!), but its maximum height sits at 90cm.
Besides the lovely leaves, the Dwarf Box also boasts pale yellow flowers around Springtime, following on with pale green fruits in the Summer. Though both the flowers and fruits are pretty, the plant is generally known for being able to easily keep a formal shape.
Key Features
The Buxus sempervirens ‰ۡÌÝÌáSuffruticosa,‰ۡó» loves to see the sun, but can also tolerate shade.
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Growth height: Slow (10-20cm per year)
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Ideal Height: 1.2m-2.5m
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Soil Type: Normal
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Exposure:̴Ì?Coastal, Exposed, Inland
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Aspect:̴Ì?Full shade
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Evergreen foliage? Yes
Pruning & Care
As it is pot grown, you can easily leave the plant in̴Ì? its pot for a few days/weeks before planting it. Just ensure you keep the plant well-watered, and it gets enough sun. Don't leave it for too long, however, as you don't want the roots becoming root bound.
Trimming/Pruning of the Dwarf Box only twice a year- once in the beginning of June, and then again later in September. You must prune your hedge at the right time, otherwise you may end up damaging or losing new shoots that are trying to grow.