Boxwood Green Velvet
Mature Height: 4-5ft
Mature Width: 3-5ft
Exposure: Full to Part Sun
Hardness Zone: 5-8
Boxwood Green Velvet (Buxus microphylla) is prized for its attractive appearance, known for its dense, rounded form and soft, velvety foliage. It is a popular choice for both residential and commercial landscapes.
Size and Growth Habit: Boxwood Green Velvet has a rounded form, making it well-suited for small hedges, borders, or as a standalone ornamental shrub.
Foliage: The foliage of Boxwood Green Velvet consists of small, rounded, and have a lush, dark green color with a soft, velvety texture. The leaves are evergreen, so they retain their foliage throughout winter. However, the leaves may exhibit slight color changes, becoming a bit darker or sometimes a bit duller due to lower light levels and cooler temperatures.
Growth Rate: During the first few years, growth will be slower as the plant establishes itself. Once established, the growth rate stabilizes, and the plant will continue to grow slowly, making it suitable for low-maintenance landscapes.
Care Requirements: Like other boxwoods, Boxwood Green Velvets prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sunlight. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering, especially during hot, dry periods. Pruning can be done in early spring to maintain its shape and size.
Versatility: This cultivar is versatile and can be used in various landscaping applications, including formal gardens, borders, edging, or as a focal point in containers or planters. It can also be shaped into topiaries or maintained as a small specimen shrub.
Mature Height: 4-5ft
Mature Width: 3-5ft
Exposure: Full to Part Sun
Hardness Zone: 5-8
Boxwood Green Velvet (Buxus microphylla) is prized for its attractive appearance, known for its dense, rounded form and soft, velvety foliage. It is a popular choice for both residential and commercial landscapes.
Size and Growth Habit: Boxwood Green Velvet has a rounded form, making it well-suited for small hedges, borders, or as a standalone ornamental shrub.
Foliage: The foliage of Boxwood Green Velvet consists of small, rounded, and have a lush, dark green color with a soft, velvety texture. The leaves are evergreen, so they retain their foliage throughout winter. However, the leaves may exhibit slight color changes, becoming a bit darker or sometimes a bit duller due to lower light levels and cooler temperatures.
Growth Rate: During the first few years, growth will be slower as the plant establishes itself. Once established, the growth rate stabilizes, and the plant will continue to grow slowly, making it suitable for low-maintenance landscapes.
Care Requirements: Like other boxwoods, Boxwood Green Velvets prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sunlight. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering, especially during hot, dry periods. Pruning can be done in early spring to maintain its shape and size.
Versatility: This cultivar is versatile and can be used in various landscaping applications, including formal gardens, borders, edging, or as a focal point in containers or planters. It can also be shaped into topiaries or maintained as a small specimen shrub.
Mature Height: 4-5ft
Mature Width: 3-5ft
Exposure: Full to Part Sun
Hardness Zone: 5-8
Boxwood Green Velvet (Buxus microphylla) is prized for its attractive appearance, known for its dense, rounded form and soft, velvety foliage. It is a popular choice for both residential and commercial landscapes.
Size and Growth Habit: Boxwood Green Velvet has a rounded form, making it well-suited for small hedges, borders, or as a standalone ornamental shrub.
Foliage: The foliage of Boxwood Green Velvet consists of small, rounded, and have a lush, dark green color with a soft, velvety texture. The leaves are evergreen, so they retain their foliage throughout winter. However, the leaves may exhibit slight color changes, becoming a bit darker or sometimes a bit duller due to lower light levels and cooler temperatures.
Growth Rate: During the first few years, growth will be slower as the plant establishes itself. Once established, the growth rate stabilizes, and the plant will continue to grow slowly, making it suitable for low-maintenance landscapes.
Care Requirements: Like other boxwoods, Boxwood Green Velvets prefers well-drained soil and partial to full sunlight. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering, especially during hot, dry periods. Pruning can be done in early spring to maintain its shape and size.
Versatility: This cultivar is versatile and can be used in various landscaping applications, including formal gardens, borders, edging, or as a focal point in containers or planters. It can also be shaped into topiaries or maintained as a small specimen shrub.