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    Buxus balearica

    Plant type

    tree, shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-20'
    • W: 6'-20'

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

    Buxus balearica plant details

    Buxus balearica is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Buxus balearica

    Plant type: shrub or tree
    Plant family: buxaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 FT - 20 FT - tall
    Flowers: green blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Buxus balearica

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A shrub or small tree native to Morocco and Spain

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Buxus balearica plant

    How to Grow Buxus balearica

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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