BetterBoxwood Skylight is a fast-growing upright evergreen shrub with fine medium green leaves that is extremely suitable for topiary. Small clusters of green-cream flowers bloom in spring. Prefers part shade and well-drained soils, as it is prone to burning if planted in full sun. Drought tolerant once established. Skylight is blight resistant.
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Height: |
6’ - 8’ |
Spread: |
3’ - 4’ |
Spacing: |
3’ |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Some susceptibility to blight and leaf spots. Root rot can be a problem in poorly drained soils. The main pests are leaf miners, psyllids and mites. New growth is susceptible to winter damage.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers
COMPANION PLANTS: Azalea, Spirea, St. Jonhswort
IMAGES: Photos by Concept Plants, Buxus Better Boxwood® Skylight ('HER2009B03') PP32,275
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown