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Buxus sempervirens 'Variegated English Boxwood' (2 Gallon) is an elegant and versatile shrub known for its attractive variegated foliage and classic boxwood form. It's a popular choice for formal hedges, borders, and topiary due to its dense, evergreen growth and refined appearance.
Description:
- Dimensions: Grows to a height of 2-4 feet with a similar spread, though it can be shaped to maintain a more compact form.
- Sun Exposure: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers 4-6 hours of sunlight daily, though it can tolerate shadier conditions.
- Water Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil and is moderately drought-tolerant once established. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish roots, then reduce watering as needed. Avoid waterlogging.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in Zones 5-8.
- Bloom Time: Not grown for its flowers; valued for its foliage. If it blooms, it produces small, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers in the spring.
- Pruning: Regular pruning is needed to maintain the desired shape and density. Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Light trimming can be done throughout the growing season to keep the hedge looking neat.
How to Plant:
- Location: Ideal for formal hedges, borders, and topiary. Suitable for garden beds, foundations, and along pathways.
- Soil Preparation: Use well-draining soil. Amend with compost if necessary to improve soil fertility and drainage.
- Planting: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
- Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart for a dense hedge or closer for a more formal appearance.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture during the first growing season. Once established, water as needed, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Fun Fact: Buxus sempervirens 'Variegated English Boxwood' is known for its striking variegated foliage, which features a mix of green and creamy white or yellow edges. This variation adds a unique and elegant touch to garden designs. Boxwoods have been used in formal gardens for centuries, and their ability to be shaped into various forms makes them a timeless choice for creating classic garden features and structured hedges.