A Japanese box hedge is an iconic choice for timeless style and structure in Kiwi gardens. Loved for its tight, glossy green foliage and neat, compact habit, the Japanese box hedge is your go-to for formal hedging, topiary, and even low borders. Whether you're lining a pathway, creating a lush backdrop, or sculpting elegant shapes, a Japanese box hedge brings both beauty and versatility to New Zealand landscapes. This hardy evergreen suits a wide range of garden styles, from ultra-modern to classic country, and thrives in our climate with minimal fuss.

Buxus microphylla Japonica, commonly known as Japanese box hedge, grows about twice as fast as English box (Buxus sempervirens). The foliage is also lighter in colour being lime green and glossy. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide and can be trimmed as necessary.

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.
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