buxus tree
The buxus tree, often referred to as boxwood, is a timeless favourite for New Zealand gardeners seeking year-round structure, lush greenery, and versatility in their gardens. Prized for its dense foliage and neat appearance, the buxus tree makes an excellent choice for both formal and informal landscaping. Whether you’re looking to create classic topiary, natural borders, or evergreen hedges, the buxus tree is a robust and low-maintenance option that can adapt to a wide range of garden designs. Discover how the buxus can elevate your outdoor space, and explore the most popular varieties suited to New Zealand conditions.
Buxus sempervirens 'Silver Beauty' (Silver Boxwood)
Buxus sempervirens 'Silver Beauty', commonly known as Box Hedge, features small leaves that are dark green with irregular, cream-silver margins, and held densely on short stems. Left untrimmed it will eventually grow to 1 m tall and 1.2 m wide. Buxus sempervirens 'Silver Beauty' is commonly trimmed into a small hedge, used for topiary, or maintained in a container. Space plants 20 cm apart for a box hedge.
Buxus koreana (Korean Boxwood)
Buxus koreana, commonly known as Korean Box, is a cold-hardy, evergreen shrub ideal for low hedging and formal borders in New Zealand gardens. It features small, oval, green leaves and a compact, rounded growth habit, typically reaching 60–90 cm in height. Known for its excellent winter tolerance, it performs well in cooler regions. Korean Box thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil and responds well to regular trimming, making it perfect for neat, structured planting designs.
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