buxus supervirens
Buxus supervirens, commonly referred to as English Box or Box Hedge, is a timeless evergreen shrub prized for its dense foliage, classic beauty, and versatility in both formal and informal gardens across New Zealand. Renowned for its small, glossy green leaves and tight growth habit, buxus supervirens is a favourite for creating tidy borders, lush low hedges, and topiary designs. It’s an essential choice for gardeners seeking a reliable, low-maintenance shrub that delivers structure and elegance year-round.
Buxus sempervirens (Boxwood)
Boxwood, English Box, Common Box
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.
- 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, Rock
