.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; } 'Variegata' Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens 'Variegata' Description A compact evergreen shrub featuring variegated green and cream foliage. Its dense growth provides excellent privacy screening and formal hedging, making it a favorite for both traditional and modern landscapes. Suggested Uses Ideal for hedges, topiary, foundation planting, and container gardening. Suitable for residential gardens, commercial landscapes, and patio accents. Plant Details Botanical Name: Buxus sempervirens 'Variegata' Common Name: Variegated Boxwood Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 ft tall and wide over 10 years; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen, variegated Bloom Time: Rarely flowers; if so, in spring Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: Yes, as a potted plant Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Holly, hostas, perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with partial to full sun. Space plants approximately 2 feet apart for hedging. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging. Soil Type: Well-drained loam or clay-based soil Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy snow; mulch to insulate roots Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as the root ball Fertilization: Feed with balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring Special Care: Avoid overwatering; provide good air circulation
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