Scientific Name
Buxus 'Green Mountain'

Common Name
Green Mountain boxwood

 
Hardiness Zones: 6 to 8
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil; not drought tolerant
Height: 4 to 5 feet
Width: 2 to 3 feet
Texture: Medium to fine
Form: Pyramidal; dense
Flower/Fruit: Non-showy creamy yellow flowers in spring; fragrant
Foliage: Opposite, simple, lustrous dark green leaves; 0.3 to 1" long
Comments: Wind and air pollution tolerant; easy to transplant; shallow roots; flowers attract bees; less likely than other boxwoods to yellow in winter; deer resistant
Cultivars: --
   
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