Where is the best place to plant boxwoods?

Boxwoods do best in dappled shade where they get full sun for a portion of the day. Too much full sun, especially in hot climates, will damage their leaves. Used as foundation plantings around the house, boxwoods would be happiest on the north side, and forced to suffer the most direct sun on the south side.

How big does a boxwood plant get?

Mature Size The common boxwood grows to a height of 15–20′ and a spread of 15–20′ at maturity.

Do boxwoods grow quickly?

Overall, boxwood has a very slow growth rate that’s typically 6 inches or less per year. Boxwoods can be broken down into growth rates of slow, medium and fast — although keep in mind that even the fast growth rate of boxwood varieties is quite slow in comparison to other landscape shrubs.

How far should you plant a boxwood from your house?

Distance from House Place compact boxwood varieties, such as “Green Pillow” (Buxus microphylla “Green Pillow”), which grows 2 to 3 feet tall and is hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9, about 2 feet from your home.

Do boxwoods need a lot of water?

Watering Boxwood Shrubs As a general rule, one or two deep waterings per week is plenty during the plant’s first year, decreasing to once a week during the shrub’s second growing season. Thereafter, watering a boxwood is necessary only during periods of hot, dry weather.

Does boxwood stay green all year?

Many varieties of boxwood retain their green color during the winter months; others will turn off-color. The degree of color change in some species will vary between winters.

How much space does a boxwood need?

Place the plants 2 feet apart. Those dwarf varieties that should be 2 to 3 feet apart for a grouping or row of individual plants should be squeezed to more like 15 or 18 inches apart for a low hedge.

Should boxwoods be covered in winter?

For the most case, supplemental covers are unnecessary and can cause more harm than good. It is best to prepare boxwood for winter with a nice layer of mulch, making sure the crown of the plant is not planted or covered too deeply. Moderate winter snowfall can also insulate the plant through the winter.

Should I cover boxwood in winter?

What plants look good with boxwoods?

Thyme, Sage, Rosemary, Germander, Hosta, and similar plants offer excellent textural contrast to Boxwoods. Choosing low-growing shrubs with lighter foliage colors is also a good option. It is a plus if those shrubs also grow colorful blooms and berries, all the more garden fun.

Can boxwood survive snow?

It is best to prepare boxwood for winter with a nice layer of mulch, making sure the crown of the plant is not planted or covered too deeply. Moderate winter snowfall can also insulate the plant through the winter. Very large or heavy snowfall should be removed from the plant to not cause breakage or other damage.

Does boxwood stay green all winter?

The evergreen shrub is known for its columnar habit and dark green foliage that keeps its color throughout the year.

Can boxwood be kept small?

They can be kept short and are easily kept from overgrowing onto the walkway. When planting boxwoods along a walkway divide the mature width in half and plant the shrub that far from the edge of the walkway. Most smaller varieties can be kept as small as one foot to 2 feet wide.

Do boxwoods need sun in winter?

Plant in areas away from wind and bright sun which will help in protecting boxwoods from winter damage. Wintergreen is a nice cold hardy selection.