Hand Picked Nursery Wintergreen Boxwood Plant
Best hardy evergreen for homeowners creating low maintenance garden borders.
A reliable, dense evergreen that brings structure and year-round color to any landscape. It is an ideal, low-maintenance choice for formal hedges or borders that stands up well to cold winters.
$47.50
Who it's for
- Homeowners seeking consistent curb appeal through every season
- Busy gardeners wanting a polished look with very little effort
- Landscapers designing structured garden borders or elegant entryways
Who should skip it
- Impatient decorators needing immediate privacy or full-sized hedges
- Gardeners with poorly draining soil or low-lying yard areas
- Buyers uncomfortable with nursing plants through an initial acclimation period
Performance breakdown
Hardiness Range
Thrives across a broad spectrum of climates from zones 5-9.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal upkeep once established in the landscape.
Pet Safety
Non-toxic foliage ensures peace of mind for pet owners.
Visual Density
Compact growth habit creates a lush, full look for hedges.
Year-Round Appeal
Glossy green leaves maintain color through every season.
Versatility
Adapts easily to formal borders, standalone accents, or structured hedges.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Buxus sempervirens 'Wintergreen'
Container Size
3-Gallon
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-9
Light Requirement
Partial to Full Sun
Water Requirement
Moderate
Plant Type
Evergreen Shrub
Spacing
2-3 feet
Soil Preference
Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral
Pet Friendly
Yes
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