Green Velvet Boxwood
Buxus 'Green Velvet'
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In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 3 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 50+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Bed | Orchard's Grove |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining, loamy. |
| Soil pH | 6.5-7.5 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | Pale yellow-green |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Roses, Hostas, Coneflowers |
Where it came from
| Grower | Home Depot |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Home Depot |
Care
Protect from strong winter winds to prevent bronzing of the leaves.
Maintenance
Shear in early summer to maintain desired shape.
Cleanup
Shake off heavy snow to prevent branch breakage.
Notes
Known for retaining its dark green color well in winter. Very cold hardy for the Clifton Park climate.