Box Hedging (Buxus sempervirens) – 40/50cm Root Ball Timeless Evergreen Structure for Formal and Informal Borders Box (Buxus sempervirens) is a classic choice for neat, compact hedging, and this 40–50cm root ball offers a well-established start for creating refined, evergreen boundaries. With its dense, slow-growing foliage and excellent shape retention, it’s ideal for edging paths, framing parterres, or forming low privacy barriers. Key Features Height Supplied: 40–50cm (measured from root ball up) Form: Bushy, field-grown with mature root system (root balled, not potted) Foliage: Dense, glossy green evergreen leaves Growth Rate: Slow (10–15cm per year), easy to shape and maintain Spacing for Hedges: Plant 2 per metre for a formal look Growing Conditions Position: Full sun to partial shade Soil: Moist, fertile, and well-drained (not waterlogged) Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK Care Tips: Clip 1–2 times a year (late spring and/or late summer), feed with a slow-release fertiliser in spring Why Choose 40/50cm Root Ball Box? Immediate structure and impact with established plants Perfect for traditional hedging and topiary bases Low-maintenance and long-lived Works well in both formal and modern designs
