Buxus sempervirens 'Vardar Valley' is an outstanding boxwood cultivar, prized for its cold hardiness and compact form. With lush, rich green foliage that maintains its color year-round, 'Vardar Valley' serves as an excellent choice for low hedges, borders, or foundation plantings. Its tidy, mounded habit is naturally dense, requiring minimal pruning to retain an attractive appearance. Adaptable and resilient, this variety thrives in a wide range of growing conditions, making it a dependable choice for gardens and landscapes.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Slow to moderate
- Mature size (HxW): 2–3 ft x 3–5 ft
- Habit: Compact, rounded mound
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage
- Hardiness zone: 5–8
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained soils; adaptable to various types
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate
