Buxus

Buxus, also known as English Box, is a classic evergreen shrub with dense, small-leaved foliage that responds beautifully to shaping and trimming. It’s a go-to plant for formal gardens, low hedges, and topiary, offering year-round structure with minimal effort.

• Height: 50cm to 1.5m depending on pruning
• Width: 30cm to 1m
• Foliage: Small, glossy, dark green leaves
• Growth Habit: Dense, compact and slow-growing
• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Water: Moderate; keep moist in hot weather
• Soil: Well-drained, enriched soil preferred
• Uses: Low hedging, borders, topiary, pots, formal layouts

Low-maintenance and incredibly versatile, Buxus is perfect for neat, elegant garden designs and adapts well to pot culture for patios or entrances.