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1208 Sharp Road
Gunter , Texas 75058
(972) 372-4737

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Wintergreen Boxwood

Wintergreen Boxwood

Scientific Name: Buxus microphylla 'Wintergreen'
  • 0
  • 1987
  • 1988

SIZE & GROWTH RATE

Average Growth Rate is .5 Feet Per Year
Mature Size 4' Tall x 4' Wide

LIGHT NEEDS

Full Sun or Partial Shade

DECIDUOUS OR EVERGREEN

Evergreen

ACORNS?

No it doesn't have acorns

COLOR

Deep, rich green year-round

SPECIAL FEATURES

Cold-Hardy Evergreen
Dense and Sculptable
Low-Maintenance
Versatility in Design


Wintergreen Boxwood: A Classic Evergreen Shrub

Wintergreen Boxwood is a popular evergreen shrub known for its dense, dark green foliage and compact habit. This versatile plant is a classic choice for landscaping, adding structure and year-round interest to gardens.

Key Features:

  • Dense Foliage: Wintergreen Boxwood features dense, dark green leaves that provide a thick, evergreen canopy. This dense foliage creates a privacy screen or hedge and adds a touch of formality to the landscape.
  • Compact Habit: The shrub has a compact, mounded growth habit, making it suitable for various garden sizes and styles. It can be easily shaped and maintained through pruning.
  • Slow Growth: Wintergreen Boxwood is a slow-growing shrub, allowing for precise shaping and control over its size. This makes it ideal for creating formal hedges or topiaries.
  • Hardy and Low Maintenance: This plant is known for its hardiness and low-maintenance nature. It is tolerant of various growing conditions and requires minimal care once established.

Ideal Uses:

  • Hedges and Screens: Wintergreen Boxwood is perfect for creating formal hedges, privacy screens, or defining boundaries.
  • Foundation Planting: It can be planted near the foundation of a home to provide year-round color and interest.
  • Container Gardening: This shrub can be grown in containers for added flexibility and to create a focal point on patios or balconies.
  • Topiaries: Wintergreen Boxwood can be shaped into topiaries, adding a unique and decorative element to the landscape.

Care and Maintenance:

  • Sunlight: While it tolerates partial shade, Wintergreen Boxwood prefers full sun for optimal growth and density.
  • Soil: It thrives in well-drained soil with moderate fertility.
  • Watering: Regular watering is necessary, especially during dry periods.
  • Pruning: Pruning can be done to maintain shape and size, or to remove dead or damaged branches.

Wintergreen Boxwood is a versatile and attractive shrub that offers a classic and timeless look to any landscape. Its dense foliage, compact habit, and low-maintenance nature make it a popular choice for gardeners of all levels.

Name Container
Size
Trunk
Width
Tree
Height
Canopy
Width
Delivered & Planted
Price
Delivered Only/
Pickup Price
Row #'s Buy
Wintergreen 1g- in- ft- ft$0.00
Reg. $-
$14.50GreenhouseAdd to cart
Wintergreen 3g- in- ft- ft$0.00
Reg. $-
$19.25GreenhouseAdd to cart
Wintergreen 7g- in- ft- ft$0.00
Reg. $-
$57.00GreenhouseAdd to cart
Wintergreen 15g in1.5-2 ft1.5-2 ft$240.00$156.00201Add to cart