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Buxus microphylla

Also Known As

  • Japanese Boxwood
  • Littleleaf Boxwood

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 6a-8b

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Buxus microphylla plant details

Buxus microphylla is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring green and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Buxus microphylla

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: buxaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: green and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Buxus microphylla

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A nice dwarf variety with a dense rounded habit, not planted as often as some of the other species, deserves to be better known.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Buxus microphylla plant

How to Grow Buxus microphylla

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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