Korean Boxwood

About this plant

Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Wintergreen', commonly known as Korean Boxwood, is a superb evergreen shrub cherished for its compact growth habit and excellent cold hardiness. Its small, oval, dark green leaves provide a dense, uniform texture, making it an ideal candidate for formal hedges, borders, or even as an elegant standalone specimen. 'Wintergreen' is particularly valued for its ability to retain its vibrant green color even through harsh winter conditions, offering year-round visual appeal when many other plants have faded. This robust boxwood is a landscape staple, lending itself beautifully to both traditional and contemporary garden styles. Its slow to moderate growth rate means less frequent pruning for shape maintenance, while its adaptability to a range of soil conditions makes it a forgiving choice for many gardeners. Whether you're looking to define a garden space, create a verdant backdrop, or add structured elegance, the Korean Boxwood offers unparalleled reliability and beauty.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Korean Boxwood is relatively low maintenance. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and maintain desired size. Avoid heavy pruning late in the season, which can stimulate new growth susceptible to winter damage. Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for evergreens. Monitor for common boxwood pests like boxwood leafminer or psyllid, and treat as necessary.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.