buxus boxwood shrubs
Buxus boxwood shrubs are cherished by New Zealand gardeners for their unrivalled versatility, lush evergreen foliage, and timeless appeal. Whether you’re defining borders, creating a formal hedge, or adding topiary features to your landscape, buxus boxwood shrubs offer structure and year-round beauty. Their dense, compact form makes them an essential choice for both traditional and modern gardens. At our NZ nursery, we offer an exceptional selection of buxus varieties, each prized for reliably holding its shape and vibrant colour in a wide range of conditions.
Buxus 'Green Gem'
Buxus 'Green Gem' is a compact, evergreen boxwood plant that is ideal for low hedges, borders, and topiary in New Zealand gardens. It forms a dense, rounded shrub with small, glossy green leaves that hold their colour year-round. Growing to around 60–90 cm tall and wide, it responds well to regular trimming and shaping. Thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, ‘Green Gem’ is hardy, low-maintenance, and perfect for formal or structured garden designs.
From $12.08
Buxus sempervirens (Boxwood)
Buxus sempervirens, commonly known as English Box or Box Hedge, is a classic evergreen shrub popular in New Zealand for formal hedging and topiary. It features small, glossy green leaves and a dense, slow-growing habit, typically reaching 1–2 metres in height. Ideal for clipped borders, knot gardens, and low-maintenance structure, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. With regular trimming, Buxus sempervirens provides a timeless, elegant framework for both traditional and modern garden designs.
From $18.23
