Buxus sempervirens [Scott Arboretum Variegated Form]

Also Known As

American Boxwood
Common Boxwood

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

5a-10b

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Buxus sempervirens [Scott Arboretum Variegated Form] plant details

Buxus sempervirens [Scott Arboretum Variegated Form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated 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 [Scott Arboretum Variegated Form]

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Buxus sempervirens [Scott Arboretum Variegated Form]

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

A most amazing boxwood! Growing at Scott Arboretum, they have it listed simply as Buxus sempervirens (variegated form). It's by no means, however, a typical variegated form at all. In Fall, when Pete saw it, it was splashed and washed in gold on green -- not just a simple gold edge. Like most Buxus, it was probably more creamy in spring and summer. Very eye-catching.