
Boxwood
Buxus x Green Mountain
A versatile and elegant evergreen shrub, 'Green Mountain' Boxwood offers year-round structure and beauty to any landscape.
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About this plant
Buxus x 'Green Mountain' is a highly valued evergreen, celebrated for its naturally upright, pyramidal form and dense, vibrant green foliage. This hybrid boxwood maintains its rich color throughout the year, providing essential structure and visual interest even in winter. Ideal for formal gardens, hedges, container plantings, or as a striking accent plant, its compact growth habit makes it easy to maintain and shape. With its graceful appearance and adaptability, 'Green Mountain' is a cornerstone plant for sophisticated landscape designs. This robust boxwood is an excellent choice for creating defined borders, adding a touch of classic elegance, or providing a lush, green backdrop. Its resilience and low-maintenance nature make it a favorite among both novice and experienced gardeners.
Care & maintenance
Requires minimal pruning to maintain its desired shape. Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Avoid heavy pruning in late summer to prevent new growth from being damaged by winter cold. Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer designed for evergreens.
Quick facts
- Type
- evergreen
- Mature height
- 3-5 ft
- Mature width
- 2-3 ft
- Sun
- Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Water
- Medium; drought-tolerant once established
- Growth rate
- Slow to Medium