.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Green Velvet' Hybrid Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Velvet' Description An evergreen shrub valued for its dense, compact growth and vibrant green foliage. It maintains a moderate size and is suitable for hedges and topiaries. Suggested Uses Ideal for creating formal hedges, privacy screens, or decorative topiary in gardens and landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Green Velvet' Hybrid Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Velvet' Common Name: Green Velvet' Hybrid Boxwood Size & Growth: Typically grows 2-3 feet tall with a spread of 2-3 feet; slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: N/A (primarily grown for foliage) Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Keep out of reach of pets if ingestion causes issues Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and low-maintenance perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a location with full sun to partial shade. Space plants approximately 2-3 feet apart for hedges. Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during establishment. Soil Type: Adaptable to various soil types, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering or to maintain shape, using clean, sharp tools. Winter Care: Mulch around base to protect roots in colder zones; minimal winter protection needed in zones 7-8. Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in container or nursery to prevent crown rot. Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Avoid excessive pruning to retain dense foliage; watch for pest issues like boxwood psyllid or leafminer.