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Buxus sempervirens 'Newport Blue'

Also Known As

  • Buxus sempervirens 'Newport'
  • Newport Blue Boxwood

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 5'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Buxus sempervirens 'Newport Blue' plant details

Buxus sempervirens 'Newport Blue' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Buxus sempervirens 'Newport Blue'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: buxaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, fragrant, hedge, topiary, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Buxus sempervirens 'Newport Blue'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This mounder (eventually 5' x 5', 2"/year) is one of the hardier Boxwoods & a pretty one too with its dense glossy 1" blue-green foliage. PSh/M

Gardening facts about Buxus sempervirens 'Newport Blue' plant

How to Grow Buxus sempervirens 'Newport Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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