Buxus x 'Green Velvet', 5 Ball, is a refined ornamental shrub ideal for accentuating landscapes with its lush, dense evergreen foliage. This boxwood cultivar features vibrant, deep green leaves that maintain their color year-round, making it perfect for formal gardens, hedging, or as a structured feature. The "5 Ball" shape offers an elegant, topiary style, adding a sophisticated touch to gardens or entranceways. Known for its hardy nature, it requires minimal maintenance while providing timeless visual appeal to both residential and commercial spaces.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Slow to moderate
- Mature size (HxW): 3–4 ft x 3–4 ft (may vary depending on trimming for topiary form)
- Habit: Compact, rounded
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage; topiary structure
- Hardiness zone: 5–9
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate; appreciate consistent moisture in extreme conditions
