Buxus x 'Green Mountain' is an evergreen shrub prized for its dense, globe-shaped growth habit, making it perfect for formal hedges, borders, or foundation plantings. Its lustrous, medium-green foliage retains its color year-round, offering a consistent and elegant display in the landscape. With a naturally compact shape, occasional pruning maintains its tidy appearance. This hybrid boxwood cultivar is hardy and tolerant of varying soil conditions, making it ideal for many growing scenarios.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
- Growth rate: Slow to medium
- Mature size (HxW): 2–3 ft x 2–3 ft
- Habit: Rounded and compact
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage with year-round appeal
- Hardiness zone: 4–9
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, moist, slightly acidic to neutral soil
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate once established
