.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; } Independence' Newgen Boxwood Buxus newgen 'Independence' Description A compact, evergreen shrub with dense foliage, ideal for borders, hedges, and structured landscapes. It features small, dark green leaves and a slow to moderate growth rate, making it suitable for territorial privacy screens or decorative topiary. Suggested Uses Perfect for garden borders, formal hedges, topiary, and container planting. Its manageable size and aesthetic appeal make it a favorite for landscape designers and homeowners alike. Plant Details Botanical Name: Buxus sempervirens 'Independence' Common Name: Independence' Newgen Boxwood Size & Growth: 2-3 ft tall, 2 ft wide; slow to medium growth Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Rarely flowers, primarily valued 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: Mild toxicity if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other boxwoods, evergreens, ornamental grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil in a location with full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during establishment. Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Soil Type: Well-draining loam or sandy soil. Humidity: Average to moderate humidity preferred. Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly after the first few years to maintain shape. Avoid heavy pruning in late fall or winter. Winter Care: Protect from harsh cold by mulching and wrapping if necessary in zones at lower range. Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as previously grown in the nursery. Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Minimal; watch for pests like boxwood leafminer and fungus diseases, treat accordingly.
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