Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens 'Green Mountain') BUKS-us sem-per-VEER-enz Genus:  Buxus This upright, oval, dark green boxwood grows to about 3 feet high and wide. It flowers in spring, but it is grown for its handsome foliage. Use as hedging or topiary, or in a border. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Mounded box with dark green leaves and good cold hardiness. Care:  May need burlap or anti-dessicant spray (in winter) in its early years if planted in a windy site. Propagation:  Root semi-ripe cutttings in summer. Graft in winter. Problems:  Powdery mildew, canker, root rot, dieback, and leaf spot are common. Leaf miner, scale, caterpillars, psyllids, and mites. Foliage can winter burn if planted in an unprotected site.

Overview

Height 3 ft. to 6 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Slow Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Adaptable Maintenance Moderate Foliage Color Evergreen Uses Beds and Borders, Container Style Cottage Garden, Formal Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Tolerance Deer Tolerant Type Trees