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Common Box
Buxus Sempervirens
A dense evergreen shrub that is quite slow growing yet very long lived. Its purpose is primarily for hedging and topiary. However, it has all the characteristics of a superb border shrub too. The dark green foliage is thick and present year round. Can be grown in most fertile soils but prefers slightly alkaline, well drained areas for most impressive growth. This plant can be kept in shape by clipping once annually, although it will not lose its compact appearance if left to its own devices. A superb classic hedge that can also be clipped into topiary, see our Garden Sculptures in ‘Gift Ideas’ section.
Position:
Partial shade
Soil:
A well-drained, fertile soil is preferred
Rate of Growth:
Slow
Flowering Period:
N/A
Flower Colour:
N/A
Other Features:
USES: - For woodland or copse plant 5-9 young trees together at 1/m2 centres. For hedging plant at 4 to 7 linear metre, double, staggered row 200mm apart.
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
Garden Care:
PLANTING & CARE: - Only plant bare rooted plants from November to March. Always ensure the roots are kept moist. If you can’t plant immediately upon receipt, dig a 200mm trench, put the plant roots in and cover with soil until required. Prior to planting, dip roots in water to ensure the roots are planted wet. Dig the hole approximately 20mm deeper than the plant root to allow the plant to be planted slightly deeper than it’s been grown at in the nursery. Back fill the hole with well broken up soil holding the plant upright in position. Top dress with bonemeal, 1 handful per 4 plants or 1 osmacote tablet per plant. Keep well watered in the first year of development and apply bonemeal annually in March. To grow as a hedge cut to height required annually in September
Eventual Height: 3 to 9m or cut to size
Eventual Spread:
5m or cut to size
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Approx Pot Size |
Approx Height |
Price |
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2-3 litre pot |
15-20cm |
£3.80 |
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