Boxwood 'Suffruticosa'

Buxus sempervirens

How to grow Boxwood 'Suffruticosa'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Water well in the first growing season. Pinch back growing tips frequently while still young to encourage a bushy habit.
Trim mature plants closely to give a pristine shape, mid to late summer

Take care investing time and money on a new box hedge in Europe. Box blight may disfigure established plants

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Suffruticosa is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Growing Suffruticosa from seed

Transplanting Suffruticosa

Plant in autumn and water in well, 30cm apart for a good dwarf hedge

Suffruticosa is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Suffruticosa

Other Names for Boxwood 'Suffruticosa'

Hedging Box