Buxus microphylla japonica

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Japanese Boxwood

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: Norman's Nursery

Description

Japanese Boxwood is often used as a hedge. It is compact, with small bright green leaves. It can reach 4-6' tall and wide or be kept smaller through pruninig. It can be sheared to shape. It does better in areas with milder winters. It prefers full sun and a moderate amount of water.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese

Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Lawn

Special Uses

Container, Hedge, Topiary, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.