Species
Photo to come
Boxwood
Buxus
A dense, slow-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with small glossy leaves; the classic hedge/edging/topiary plant. Inconspicuous flowers; grown for foliage.
Sun
full sun to part shade
Water
moderate
Mature size
2-6 ft (varies by cultivar) × 2-5 ft
Bloom
Inconspicuous — grown for foliage.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 5–9
Care guide
Quick ID
Dense broadleaf evergreen shrub (*Buxus*). Small glossy leaves; classic hedge, edging, and topiary plant.
Sun & Site
Full sun to part shade; well-drained soil. In Draper, afternoon shade and winter protection reduce leaf scorch/bronzing.
Pruning & Shaping
Shear after the spring flush, with a light summer touch-up. Avoid late-season shearing. Thin the interior periodically so light and air reach inside.
In my garden
R3a4 plants
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
4
Plants
Mar–Apr 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
R3b4 plants
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
4
Plants
Mar–Apr 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
SE41 plant
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
1
Plants
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
Shop1Bed Shop1
| Sun | Part sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
Shop2Bed Shop2
| Sun | Part sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
formal gardenBed formal garden
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — Osmocote slow-release
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
formal gardenBed formal garden
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — Osmocote slow-release
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
formal gardenBed formal garden
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — Osmocote slow-release
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
front of house1 plant
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
1
Plants
Mar 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
frontyard southeast1 plant
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
1
Plants
Mar 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
frontyard southeast1 plant
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
1
Plants
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
greatroom5 plants
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
5
Plants
Mar–Apr 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
greatroom6 plants
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
6
Plants
Mar 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
greatroomBed greatroom
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)
mastersuite6 plants
| Sun | Full sun |
| Soil | sandy loam, fast percolation |
| Water source | Culinary |
| Hardiness here | Zone 7 |
6
Plants
Mar 2025
Planted · ~1 yr
What I've done here
- 2026-04-08Spring feeding — balanced 16-16-16
- 2026-03-26Sheared to shape (shop + formal garden)