Description
Origin
Buxus sempervirens, better known as Common Boxwood, is a species in 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 planting hedges in strict geometric patterns in traditional gardens.
Characteristics
Buxus sempervirens is an evergreen shrub that can grow into a small, medium-sized spherical 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, typically blooming in spring. It also produces small, round fruits that mature in the fall.
Care
Buxus sempervirens is an easy-to-care-for plant that can thrive in both full sun and partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and has moderate water needs. Pruning of Buxus sempervirens is best done in late spring or early summer. Additionally, this plant is frost and winter hardy, allowing it to remain outdoors year-round.
