Buxus sempervirens 'Fastigiata', commonly known as the fastigiate or upright boxwood, is a striking, columnar evergreen shrub prized for its narrow, vertical growth habit and dense, glossy green foliage. It is ideal for small spaces, formal hedging, or as a vertical accent in garden designs. This cultivar is low-maintenance and lends itself well to pruning and shaping. With year-round interest, it provides excellent structure to landscapes and tolerates urban environments well.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Slow to moderate
- Mature size (HxW): 6–10 ft x 1.5–2.5 ft
- Habit: Tall, narrow, columnar
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage, structural form
- Hardiness zone: 5–8
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, alkaline to neutral
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate once established
