BUXUS X GREEN VELVET / GREEN VELVET BOXWOOD

BUXUS X GREEN VELVET / GREEN VELVET BOXWOOD
A Dense, Rounded Boxwood with Rich Green Foliage and Exceptional Cold Hardiness

Buxus x Green Velvet, commonly known as Green Velvet Boxwood, is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its dense, rounded form and soft, velvety texture. This versatile boxwood variety thrives in a range of garden settings, making it an excellent choice for borders, hedges, or as an accent plant. Its rich green foliage stays vibrant year-round, and its cold hardiness ensures that it thrives even in cooler climates, making it perfect for USDA Zones 4–9. Green Velvet Boxwood is a low-maintenance shrub that requires minimal pruning to maintain its attractive, rounded shape.

Why Choose Green Velvet Boxwood?

• Dense, Rounded Growth: Forms a compact, full-rounded shape that doesn’t require much trimming.
• Cold-Hardy: Performs well in USDA Zones 4–9, making it ideal for colder climates.
• Evergreen: Retains its vibrant green foliage throughout the year, providing constant color and structure.
• Low Maintenance: Requires little to no pruning, making it an easy-care addition to your garden.

Key Features:

• Foliage Color: Rich green, velvety leaves that stay vibrant throughout the year.
• Shape: Dense, rounded form that is perfect for low hedges, borders, and topiary.
• Height and Spread: Grows 2–3 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9.
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil Requirements: Thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 2–3 feet tall, 2–3 feet wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil.

Ideal Uses:

• Low Hedges: Excellent for creating compact, formal hedges or garden borders.
• Foundation Plantings: Adds structure and a lush appearance to the base of buildings.
• Accent Plants: Its dense, rounded form makes it a great choice for creating focal points in gardens.
• Containers: Ideal for planting in pots or containers for a neat, evergreen look.

Green Velvet Boxwood is a reliable, low-maintenance shrub that offers year-round beauty with its rich, velvety foliage and compact shape. Perfect for hedges, borders, or accent plantings, it provides structure and color while remaining easy to care for in a range of garden settings.