Japanese Boxwood
The Japanese Boxwood is a small densely grown hedge, with a more compact size and brighter leaves than its English counterpart. This plant makes a great border plant due to its dense growth and is commonly used for topiary shaping. These shrubs are generally easy to grow and to maintain, but the level of maintenance is dependent on the desired shape.
Common Name: Japanese Boxwood, little leaf box
Type: evergreen, shrub
Family: Buxaceae
Native Range: Japan, China
Zone: 3-10
Height: 4-6 ft
Spread: 4-6 ft
Bloom Time: late winter/early spring
Bloom Description: white
Sun: full sun/ partial shade
Water: low water requirements
Maintenance: moderate maintenance to keep desired shape
Suggested Use:
Flower: small, non-showy
Leaf: small, round, dense growing, glossy
Fruit: small inconspicuous berries
Other: Poisonous if ingested
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