38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Buxus sempervirens
English Boxwood, Common Box
$20
PB3
Mature height:
50 - 150 cm
Mature width:
50 - 100 cm
The quintessential, classic formal evergreen shrub with a dense, compact, finely leafed upright habit. Features small, oval, lustrous dark green leaves that remain immaculate all year. Releases a distinct distinct aroma when brushed or clipped.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Rich, moist, fertile, well-drained neutral to alkaline loam, clay, or sand.
Sunlight
Full sun to deep shade; highly versatile and shade-tolerant.
Flower
Inconspicuous small greenish-yellow flower clusters in spring.
Care & Maintenance
Buxus sempervirens is the classic English box, ideal for formal hedging, topiary, or structural garden planting.
• Thrives in fertile, well-draining soil in sun or partial shade.
• Trim once or twice a year, ideally in mid-summer, to maintain sharp lines.
• Protect from harsh, drying winds to prevent leaf scorch.
• Apply mulch around the root zone to retain moisture.
Common Uses for
Buxus sempervirens
01
Premium Formal Hedging
The gold standard worldwide for creating dense, uniform, razor-sharp geometric boundary walls.
02
Topiary Art
Frequently shaped into large globes, cones, pyramids, or complex animal topiary forms.
03
Garden Rooms
Used to divide large properties into distinct, classical outdoor rooms and hidden spaces.
04
Courtyard Pots
Brings an elegant, structured, permanent green presence to formal entries and steps.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only