Japanese Boxwood (Buxus japonica)

The Japanese Boxwood is a versatile evergreen shrub known for its dense foliage and refined appearance. This hardy plant thrives in various light conditions, making it suitable for sun, part sun, and part shade environments.

Key Attributes

• Evergreen: Retains its foliage year-round, providing consistent greenery.
• Mature Height: Reaches between 2 to 5 feet, offering flexibility in landscape design.
• Mature Width: Grows to a width of 2 to 5 feet, making it ideal for hedges or borders.
• Seasons of Interest: Maintains visual interest throughout Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.
• Salt Tolerance: Exhibits medium tolerance to salt, suitable for coastal areas.
• Deer Resistant: Naturally deter deer, making it a reliable choice for gardens.
• Cold Hardy: Adaptable to colder climates, ensuring resilience across various regions.
• Florida Friendly: A suitable option for Florida landscaping, aligning with local environmental needs.

While the Japanese Boxwood does not produce blooms or fragrance, its lush green leaves create a clean and sophisticated backdrop for other plants in your landscape. This shrub is also not a native species but has found a place in many gardens due to its adaptability and low maintenance requirements.