Buxus sem. 'Latifolia Maculata' - BALL 70-80 CM RB

Description
The Common box 'Latifolia Maculata' also has roundish, dark green leaves. The yellow shoots are also an interesting sight. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and is approx. 60 cm wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Buxus sempervirens 'Latifolia', Buxus japonica 'Aurea'.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers * tolerates pruning * yellow shoots

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Common box 'Latifolia Maculata' are dark green, roundish, with entire margins. Yellow shoots.

Frost hardiness
The Common box 'Latifolia Maculata' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Common box 'Latifolia Maculata' is an upright and densely growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 60 - 80 cm and is approx. 40 - 60 cm wide. It usually grows 10 - 15 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
Pruning, ideally from June to July, is advisable for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to October - Pruning: In the period from June to July.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Hedge (pruning), border, tub, topiary