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    • Photo of Buxus sempervirens 'Marginata' foliage by Almost Eden

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    Buxus sempervirens 'Marginata'

    Also Known As

    • Variegated Boxwood

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 6a-8b

    Buxus sempervirens 'Marginata' plant details

    Buxus sempervirens 'Marginata' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic and alkaline soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Buxus sempervirens 'Marginata'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: buxaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
    Mature size: 0 FT - 2 FT - wide, 0 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: dwarf

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Buxus sempervirens 'Marginata'

    USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: acidic and alkaline

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Upright oval form slow growing to 3' high by 2' wide. One of the only dwarf shrubs that will hold it's showy cream variegation in shaded conditions.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Buxus sempervirens 'Marginata' plant

    How to Grow Buxus sempervirens 'Marginata'

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • alkaline

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • white
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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