Green Velvet boxwood

The right plant, the right place

Make room for something good.

Its compact, rounded form suits low hedges, edging, foundation plantings, and containers. Dense evergreen foliage provides structure throughout the year.

Where to plant

Set individual shrubs about 3 to 4 feet apart. Closer hedge spacing calls for careful airflow and regular checks for disease.

Through the seasons

Small evergreen leaves carry the plant's interest through the seasons. Flowers are not a prominent feature.

Southwest Washington gardens

Give it a good start.

In Southwest Washington, drainage and airflow matter for healthy boxwood. Watch for box blight and boxwood leafminer, especially in dense plantings.

Soil, drainage & water

Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Avoid heavy ground that stays saturated.

A little care goes a long way

Growing well, season after season.

Prune lightly after new growth hardens. Avoid heavy pruning when the plant is stressed, and keep the interior open enough for air to circulate.

Know what to look for

Common growing concerns.

Symptoms can have more than one cause. These notes are a starting point for observing your plant and improving its growing conditions.