Boxwood Shrub

Boxwood (Buxus spp.) is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can be used for hedges, borders, and topiary. 

Appearance 

• Boxwood has rounded, upright, pyramidal, or spreading shapes

• It has leathery leaves that are oppositely arranged along the stems

• The flowers are small and yellow-green, with no petals

• The fruit is a small capsule containing several seeds

Growing conditions

• Boxwood is deer resistant, cold hardy, and can tolerate different growing conditions 

• It prefers well-drained soil and should not be planted near downspouts or in areas that stay wet 

• Boxwood should be watered thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry 

• Boxwood should be pruned regularly to remove dead or damaged growth, maintain shape, and promote new growth 

Uses 

• Boxwood is a popular ornamental evergreen

• Boxwood has been used in medicine to treat rheumatism, secondary syphilis, and epilepsy