Buxus sempervirens 'Gold Edge'

Also Known As

American Boxwood
Boxwood Gold Edge
Common Boxwood

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-30'
W: 5'-15'

planting zones

5a-10b

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Buxus sempervirens 'Gold Edge' plant details

Buxus sempervirens 'Gold Edge' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 sempervirens 'Gold Edge'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: buxaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 15 FT - wide, 5 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and green blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Buxus sempervirens 'Gold Edge'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The typical form but with a bright Gold Edge to the leaf. The 'Gold Edge' may fade if summer is very hot and it does on our potted plants in the greenhouse where soil in the black pots often reaches 130 degrees! Well, heck, you'd lose your edge too!