Buxus sempervirens 'Variegata', commonly known as Variegated Boxwood, is a striking evergreen shrub featuring glossy green leaves adorned with creamy white margins. This elegant plant is ideal for borders, hedges, or foundation plantings, and its dense growth habit makes it perfect for shaping, topiary work, or formal garden designs. Its year-round interest and reliable foliage color contribute to a timeless aesthetic in various landscape applications, while its adaptability to pruning allows customization for any garden layout.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Slow to medium
- Mature size (HxW): 3–5 ft x 3–5 ft
- Habit: Dense, rounded
- Bloom/interest: Attractive foliage; small, inconspicuous flowers
- Hardiness zone: 6–8
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, average soils; prefers slightly alkaline
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate
