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Buxus sempervirens ‘English Box’
Buxus sempervirens
Buxus sempervirens ‘English Box’
Buxus sempervirens
Plant Description: A small to medium hedging plant that is slower growing than other Buxus varieties
Uses: Small to Medium hedge (also for pots and containers)
Position & Tolerances: Works in full sun to part shade, prefers sunny positions. Frost tolerant once established
Height & Width: 30cm-2m high x 30cm-2m wide (Grows approx. 30-40cm in 3 years)
Foliage: Glossy green oval foliage
Soil Type: Moist well drained soils, soil pH between 6.5 and 7.5
Planting Density: 3-5 plants per linear metre
Pruning: May require pruning several times during the growing season (spring/summer)
Establishment & Extra Care:
Water regularly until established.
Do not over water, these plants do not like too much water or wet feet.
Fertilise in autumn/spring.
Do not like acidic soils, prefer a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.