Buxus sem. 'Suffruticosa' - P7

Description
The Common box 'Suffruticosa' also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. In a sunny to shady location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 m and grows to a width of approx. 80 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Buxus sempervirens 'Globosa', Buxus sempervirens 'Pumila Nana'.

Bulletpoints
* tolerates pruning

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Common box 'Suffruticosa's are dark green, ovate, opposite. They are about 1 - 2 cm in size.

Frost hardiness
The Common box 'Suffruticosa' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Common box 'Suffruticosa' is a small shrub that grows densely and compactly. It usually reaches a height of 0.6 - 1 m and is approx. 40 - 80 cm wide. Slow-growing.

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 shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil 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.

Worth knowing
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Topiary, cottage garden, bed edging