Description
Origin
Buxus sempervirens, better known as Common Boxwood, is a species from the Buxaceae family. This evergreen plant is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. Buxus sempervirens is particularly popular in Western Europe, where it has traditionally been used for hedge planting in strict geometrical patterns in traditional gardens.
Characteristics
Buxus sempervirens is an evergreen shrub that can grow into a medium-sized spherical small tree. It has glossy, dark green leaves that are elliptical in shape and measure about 1.5 to 2.5 cm long. The flowers are small and yellowish-green, usually blooming in spring. It also produces small round fruits that mature in autumn.
Care
Buxus sempervirens is easy to maintain and can thrive both in full sun and partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and has moderate water needs. Pruning Buxus sempervirens is best done in late spring or early summer. Additionally, this plant is frost-resistant and can withstand harsh winters, allowing it to stay outside all year round.
