BUXUS MACROPHYLLA ROTUNDIFOLIA

Botanical Name:

Buxus macrophylla

Common Names:

Boxwood, Japanese Boxwood

Mature Size:

6–10 feet (1.8–3 meters) in height, 4–6 feet (1.2–1.8 meters) in spread

Light Requirements:

Full sun to partial shade

Soil Requirements:

Well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates clay, loam, and sandy substrates with good moisture retention

Water Needs:

Moderate; prefers regular watering but tolerates short dry periods once established

Foliage:

Dense, glossy, oval-shaped dark green leaves; evergreen, providing year-round color and structure

Flowers:

Small, yellow-green, inconspicuous flowers in spring; attractive to pollinators though not showy

Growth Rate:

Slow to moderate

Uses:

Ornamental Plant:
Buxus macrophylla is admired for its dense evergreen foliage and versatility, commonly used for hedges, borders, and topiary in classic and modern gardens.

Formal Landscaping:
An essential choice for structured designs, courtyards, and entryways, offering timeless elegance.

Container Planting:
Its compact form adapts well to decorative pots and planters, enhancing patios and terraces.

Benefits:

Evergreen Beauty: Keeps its lush green foliage year-round, maintaining constant garden interest.

Design Versatility: Easily pruned into hedges, spheres, or creative topiary shapes, ideal for both traditional and minimalist styles.

Low Maintenance: Hardy, long-lived, and pest-resistant; requires only occasional pruning.

Wildlife Support: Provides shelter and benefits pollinators.

Cold Hardy: Tolerates frost and adapts to diverse temperate climates.

Buxus macrophylla is a resilient, elegant evergreen shrub that delivers structure, texture, and timeless beauty to landscapes. Its adaptability and year-round foliage make it an indispensable plant for sustainable and stylish garden designs.