Richard Boxwood is a low growing evergreen shrub with an exposed trunk creating a vase habit of tight glossy green leaves that almost have a heart shape. Prefers sunny to partial shade areas in well-drained soils. A carefree plant that is drought tolerant once established.
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Height: |
2’ - 4’ |
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Spread: |
1’ - 3’ |
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Spacing: |
2’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 9 |
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N/A |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance plant, needs well-drained soil. No serious diseases. Watch for nemotodes and boxwood mite.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Gayfeather, Coneflower, Peony
IMAGE: Photos by Leonora (Ellie) Enking, (1) Buxus harlandii 'Richard, (2) Buxus harlandii 'Richard' in front of Corokia 'Sunsplash'
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
