Buxus x 'Green Velvet', commonly known as Green Velvet Boxwood, is a densely branched, evergreen shrub with an attractive globe-shaped habit. This cultivar is known for its lush, vibrant green foliage that keeps its color throughout the year, even in the harshest winters. It has a hardiness temperature rating down to -20°F and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9. This versatile plant grows to a mature height and spread of approximately 3 to 4 feet, making it an excellent choice for borders, hedges, or as a decorative topiary. Green Velvet Boxwood has a slow growth rate, allowing for easy maintenance and shaping, and it thrives best in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils.
