.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; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Variegata' Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens 'Variegata' Globe Description A compact, evergreen shrub characterized by its vibrant variegated foliage featuring creamy yellow edges and deep green centers. It maintains a dense, rounded form, making it ideal for borders, hedges, and topiary displays. Suggested Uses Perfect for decorative hedges, foundation plantings, and formal gardens. Its compact size also makes it suitable for container gardening and patio accents. Plant Details Botanical Name: Variegata' Common Boxwood Buxus sempervirens 'Variegata' Globe Common Name: Variegata' Common Boxwood Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 ft in height with a rounded, compact habit, growing about 2-4 inches per year Hardiness Zones: 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen, variegated Bloom Time: Mostly inconspicuous; occasional small flowers in spring Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic but consult local guidelines Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs, topiary plants, and flowering perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Space plants about 2-3 feet apart for hedges. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, especially during establishment Soil Type: Well-draining, moderately fertile soils Humidity: Average Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulch around base for insulation in colder zones Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as root ball Fertilization: Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer Special Care: Ensure adequate watering during prolonged dry periods