Buxus x 'Green Mountain' is a superb boxwood variety ideal for creating striking, formal landscapes or unique topiary accents. The cultivar’s naturally pyramidal growth habit lends itself well to pruning and shaping, and when trained as 2-ball topiary, it becomes a visually impressive focal point for gardens, patios, or entryways. The evergreen foliage is dense and rich green, retaining its color beautifully year-round. This hardy and versatile shrub adapts well to various climates and soil conditions, making it a reliable choice for elegant landscaping.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate, regular watering
- Growth rate: Medium
- Mature size (HxW): 3-5 feet x 2-3 feet (dependent on pruning and training)
- Habit: Dense, upright, pyramidal; shaped into layered ball topiary
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage, formal topiary structure
- Hardiness zone: 5–9
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained soils; adaptable to different soil types
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate
