buxus nz
Buxus NZ is the go-to choice for New Zealand gardeners seeking structure, elegance, and year-round greenery in their outdoor spaces. Whether you’re shaping classic hedges, defining garden paths, or creating standout topiary features, buxus (commonly known as boxwood) has long held its place as a versatile and reliable shrub. With its compact growth, lush evergreen leaves, and tolerance for regular trimming, buxus thrives across New Zealand’s diverse climates. Choosing the right buxus variety is the key to success—different types offer unique benefits in terms of size, colour, and hardiness.
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
