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If you’re searching for cheap buxus plants to elevate your garden without breaking the bank, you’re in the perfect place. Buxus, commonly known as boxwood, is a New Zealand garden favourite—and for good reason. These hardy evergreen shrubs offer year-round structure, deep green foliage, and are ideal for everything from classic formal hedging to modern topiary or container planting. At our nursery, you’ll find a fantastic range of buxus varieties at affordable prices, making it easy to create lush boundaries, eye-catching shapes, or neatly trimmed garden borders.

Japanese Box (Buxus microphylla) plants with lush green foliage.

Buxus microphylla (Littleleaf Boxwood)

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Buxus microphylla, commonly known as Japanese Box or Littleleaf Boxwood, is a compact evergreen shrub renowned for its dense, glossy green foliage and adaptability to shaping. Ideal for formal hedges, borders, and topiary, it maintains its vibrant colour year-round. With excellent cold tolerance and minimal shaping required, it's a reliable choice for formal gardens, cottage landscapes, and container planting throughout New Zealand.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Modern
Buxus microphylla 'Koreana' (Korean Box) plant with lush, green foliage.

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.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 70 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Japanese Box (Buxus microphylla) plants with lush green foliage.

Buxus microphylla (Littleleaf Boxwood)

Buxus microphylla, commonly known as Japanese Box or Littleleaf Boxwood, is a compact evergreen shrub renowned for its dense, glossy green foliage...

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Buxus sempervirens perfectly manicured balls.

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...

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Buxus sempervirens variegata (Variegated Box) shrub with lush and colourful foliage.

Buxus sempervirens 'variegata'

Buxus sempervirens 'variegata' features small, mid-green leaves with cream-white edges on new growth, which age to become a darker green. It grows to...

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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...

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Buxus harlandii 'Richard' green foliage.

Buxus harlandii 'Richard'

Buxus harlandii 'Richard', commonly known as Little Boxwood, is a spectacular variety that grows to about 1 m tall and the same wide. It has...

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Buxus harlandii shrub with dense, green foliage.

Buxus harlandii

Buxus harlandii grows to about 1 m tall and the same wide with charming, bright green leaves. Best results with this evergreen shrub are achieved...

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Buxus microphylla 'Independence'

Buxus microphylla 'Independence' is a superb compact box hedge variety loved for its fine foliage and dense, tidy growth. This hardy evergreen shrub...

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A Buxus microphylla 'Freedom' plant with lush, green foliage.

Buxus microphylla 'Freedom'

Buxus microphylla 'Freedom' is a fast-growing, evergreen box hedge variety popular in NZ gardens. It forms dense, bright green foliage that responds...

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Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

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Buxus 'Graham Blandy' boxwood shrubs growing as a cluster.

Buxus 'Graham Blandy'

Buxus 'Graham Blandy' is a distinctive, upright boxwood cultivar prized in New Zealand for its narrow, columnar form and year-round evergreen...

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Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant)

Chlorophytum comosum Variegatum, commonly known as the Spider Plant, is a tender, herbaceous perennial grown for its lush and variegated foliage. It...

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Aechmea fasciata (Urn Plant)

Aechmea fasciata is a colourful Bromeliad that features thick and leathery leaves that are striped with silver and dark green. They are borne as a...

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Bergenia cordifolia (Pig Squeak Plant)

Bergenia cordifolia is a hardy evergreen perennial admired for its large glossy leaves and clusters of pink flowers in late winter and spring. This...

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Chlorophytum Golden Glow (Chlorophytum comosum Spider Plant)

Chlorophytum Golden Glow, commonly known as the Spider Plant, is a tender, herbaceous perennial grown for its lush and bright foliage. It features...

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Chlorophytum Curly (Curly Spider Plant)

Chlorophytum Curly, commonly known as the Curly Spider Plant or Airplane plant, is a tender, herbaceous perennial grown for its lush, variegated, and...

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Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant) bright red foliage.

Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans Plant, is a compact, low-growing succulent reaching 15–20 cm tall and...

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2.5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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A lush Coprosma repens shrub growing in a shaded position.

Coprosma repens (Mirror Plant)

Coprosma repens, also known as Taupata or Mirror Plant, is a robust New Zealand native shrub featuring lush, glossy green foliage. Growing up to 3...

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1.5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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Perovskia atriplicifolia (Perovskia plant)

Perovskia atriplicifolia, commonly known as Russian Sage or Russian Lavender, is a small and erect shrub that is grown for its fine foliage and...

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Leonotis leonurus (Lions Tail Plant)

Leonotis leonurus, commonly known as the Lions Tail Plant, is a shrub grown for its interesting flowers and foliage. Its unusualness comes from...

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5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

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Duranta Geisha Girl (Geisha Girl Plant)

Duranta Geisha Girl is a popular choice known for its evergreen shrub with fresh green leaves and deep, blue flowers. The flowers have a white centre...

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Kniphofia Dwarf Scarlet plant with red flowers.

Kniphofia 'Dwarf Scarlet' (Hot Poker Plant)

Kniphofia 'Dwarf Scarlet' is a compact perennial known for its vibrant red flower spikes that rise above neat grassy foliage. This eye catching plant...

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Perovskia Blue Spire (Russian Sage Plant)

The Perovskia Blue Spire plant, commonly known as the Russian Sage Plant, is a small shrub grown for its fine foliage and impressive flowers. Masses...

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Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant)

Sansevieria Hahnii, commonly known as the Dwarf Snake Plant or Serpent Plant, is a very popular indoor plant. It features upright and fleshy leaves...

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Monstera deliciosa, also known as the Swiss Cheese or Fruit Salad Plant, is a popular indoor tropical plant loved for its striking, holey leaves and...

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Buxus microphylla (Littleleaf Boxwood)

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Best Varieties for Budget-Friendly Hedging

Choosing the right buxus variety can help you stay on budget while designing your outdoor space. For smaller gardens or neatly clipped borders, Buxus microphylla (Littleleaf Boxwood) is an excellent, cost-effective option. It grows densely and requires less frequent trimming, saving time and ongoing maintenance costs. Looking for traditional, full-size hedging? Buxus sempervirens (Boxwood) remains a classic choice for its robust growth and reliable performance.

For those seeking a touch of elegance, Buxus sempervirens 'variegata' offers beautiful cream-edged foliage—often at a surprisingly accessible price. If you want a tough, cold-tolerant variety, Buxus koreana (Korean Boxwood) is perfect for exposed sites and offers excellent value for budget-conscious gardeners. And for a unique silvery look, Buxus sempervirens 'Silver Beauty' (Silver Boxwood) brings subtle colour contrast at a competitive price.

Why Buy Cheap Buxus Plants?

Cheap buxus plants allow you to plant in larger numbers for impressive results without overspending. Young plants often establish quickly when given the right care and soon deliver the dense, green look you’re after. Their adaptability means you can use them in pots, formal or informal hedging, and even as unique, clipped shapes to make a statement at your entranceway.

Purchasing affordable buxus also means you can replace any lost or older plants with ease, helping maintain that seamless garden look all year round. Plus, buying your buxus at reasonable prices from a trusted New Zealand nursery ensures you’re getting healthy, well-raised stock suited to our climate.

How to Plant and Care for Buxus

To get the most from your cheap buxus plants, choose a well-drained spot in partial to full sun. Space your plants about 30cm apart for a dense hedge or further for a softer effect. Regular watering and an annual feed will encourage strong, lush growth. Trim lightly in late summer to keep your boxwood neat and healthy.

For more ideas or to compare specific varieties, don’t miss out on viewing Buxus sempervirens (Boxwood), Buxus koreana (Korean Boxwood), Buxus microphylla (Littleleaf Boxwood), Buxus sempervirens 'Silver Beauty' (Silver Boxwood), and Buxus sempervirens 'variegata' for options that suit both your garden’s style and your budget.

If you want resilient, budget-friendly structure in your garden, shop our range of cheap buxus plants and enjoy a thriving, elegant landscape year-round.


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