Common Box - Buxus Sempervirens plant

Ornamental

Evergreen

Discover our exquisite Buxus Sempervirens, perfect for creating stunning box hedges or enhancing your garden's greenery. These classic evergreens are ideal for both new and seasoned gardeners seeking elegance and simplicity.

Premium quality box plants
Ideal for hedges and topiaries
Suitable for containers and pots
Evergreen foliage for year-round beauty
Easy to grow and maintain

Explore our shrubs & perennials collection to create a timeless garden landscape with Buxus Sempervirens from Acqua Garden, adding sophistication and lushness effortlessly.

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All Year Round

Hardy

Easy to Grow

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Common Box 'Buxus Sempervirens' is a popular evergreen shrub known for its dense, glossy green foliage and versatile growth habit. It is perfect for creating neat hedges, topiaries, and garden borders.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for hedges, topiaries, and garden borders
Produces dense, glossy green foliage year-round
Hardy and low maintenance

What's Included

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 1 Litre pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Shade to Partial Shade
Position	Sheltered
Soil	Well-drained
Planting Time	Year round
Moisture	Moist
Hardiness	Hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	Unknown
Height and Spread	8m x 8m
Annual or Perennial	Perennial

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Common Box 'Buxus Sempervirens' is a versatile evergreen shrub that adds year-round beauty and structure to any garden. It is known for its dense, glossy green foliage and is perfect for creating neat hedges, topiaries, and garden borders.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for hedges, topiaries, and garden borders
Produces dense, glossy green foliage year-round
Hardy and low maintenance

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for hedges, topiaries, and garden borders
Produces dense, glossy green foliage year-round
Hardy and low maintenance

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Planting Time:	Spring to summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Choose a sunny or partially shaded area for your Common Box 'Buxus Sempervirens' plants, whether in garden beds, borders, or containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Common Box needs full sun to partial shade, so choose a spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

Choose a sunny or partially shaded area for your Common Box 'Buxus Sempervirens' plants, whether in garden beds, borders, or containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Common Box needs full sun to partial shade, so choose a spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Allow 50-60cm between each plant to allow plenty of air and sun

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Allow 50-60cm between each plant to allow plenty of air and sun

How To Care:

Common Box 'Buxus Sempervirens' is easy to care for and adds both beauty and structure to your garden. With proper light and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying its dense, glossy green foliage.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Prune in late spring or early summer to maintain shape and encourage dense growth
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like box blight and box tree caterpillar; treat with suitable methods if needed

How To Care:

Common Box 'Buxus Sempervirens' is easy to care for and adds both beauty and structure to your garden. With proper light and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying its dense, glossy green foliage.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Prune in late spring or early summer to maintain shape and encourage dense growth
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like box blight and box tree caterpillar; treat with suitable methods if needed

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly until established, then water during dry periods
Support and Pruning:	Prune lightly to maintain shape
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly until established, then water during dry periods
Support and Pruning:	Prune lightly to maintain shape
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Common Box 'Buxus Sempervirens'?

Common Box thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Regular watering is essential, especially during dry periods.

How and when should I prune Common Box 'Buxus Sempervirens'?

Prune in late spring to early summer. Trim back to shape and maintain desired size, removing any dead or damaged branches.

What pests and diseases affect Common Box 'Buxus Sempervirens', and how can I manage them?

Common pests include boxwood leafminer and boxwood mite. Use insecticidal soap. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases like box blight.