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Wintergreen Boxwood

Buxus m. var. koreana 'Wintergreen'

Category: Evergreen Shrub • Boxwood

Wintergreen Boxwood is an evergreen shrub ideal for hedges and foundation plantings, offering year-round greenery.

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Mature Height: 3-4 feet

Mature Width: 3-4 feet

Light: Part Sun/Part Shade

Zone: Zones 4-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Slow

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Evergreen

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Wintergreen Boxwood is a dense, evergreen shrub known for its glossy, dark green leaves. It maintains its color throughout the year and is often used for hedges and borders.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It tolerates a range of moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with moderate moisture. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH and adapts to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Watering Needs

Water regularly, ensuring the soil remains moist but not soggy.

Pruning Notes

Prune in late spring to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.

Fertilizing Notes

Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Common Issues

Watch for pests like boxwood leaf miner and potential root rot in overly wet conditions.

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

foundation plantinghedgespecimen

Special Features

Evergreen foliagecompact growth habit

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides shelter.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for low-maintenance landscapes and provides year-round interest. Can be shaped easily for formal designs.

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