Buxus x 'Green Velvet' is a hybrid boxwood beloved for its lush, vibrant green foliage that retains its color throughout the year. Perfectly shaped into three distinct ball forms, this compact shrub adds a touch of elegance and structure to gardens, landscapes, or container setups. It is well-suited for formal hedges, foundation plantings, or as an accent piece. Its dense foliage resists deer browsing and adapts well to shearing for maintaining clean edges.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Slow to moderate
- Mature size (HxW): 3-4 ft x 3-4 ft (single shrub form, balls may vary)
- Habit: Compact, rounded
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage
- Hardiness zone: 4–9
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate once established
