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Low Hedging Plants Nz

Buxus sempervirens

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Buxus sempervirens, commonly known as Boxwood or Box Hedge, is commonly used in English and formal gardens as a low hedge. This evergreen produces masses of small, dark green leaves which are held densely on short stems as it grows to 1 m tall and the same. It is often trimmed into a hedge about 30-75 cm tall. Buxus sempervirens is commonly trimmed into a small hedge for borders, used for topiary, or maintained in a container. Box hedges are a fantastic feature in high-end gardens across the world.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Hedging, Paths & Steps, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Pittosporum Little Gem

Pittosporum Little Gem is a dwarf variety of Pittosporum with foliage that is a fresh green colour and held densely on short stems. This evergreen grows as a ball to about 90 cm tall and the same wide. This hardy plant is ideal for including in mixed or border plantings, maintaining in a container, trimming into a low hedge, or using to border an entrance. Pittosporum Little Gem also looks great when planted around outdoor living areas such as pool areas, and its architectural properties make it popular choice with NZ landscape designers.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 90 cm
Spread: 90 cm
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
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