Dwarf evergreen hedger ideal for formal edging and hedging. Slow growing and probably the countries best love dwarf hedger. They grow well in all s...
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Dwarf evergreen hedger ideal for formal edging and hedging.Slow growing and probably the countries best love dwarf hedger. Only need clipping once ...
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Buxus Sempervirens or box as it is commonly known is the ideal plant for formal hedges or hedging as well as being the topiary plant of choice at h...
View full detailsDwarf evergreen hedger ideal for formal edging and hedging.Slow growing and probably the countries best love dwarf hedger. Only need clipping once ...
View full detailsDwarf evergreen hedger ideal for formal edging and hedging.Slow growing and probably the countries best love dwarf hedger. Only need clipping once ...
View full detailsDwarf evergreen hedger ideal for formal edging and hedging.Slow growing and probably the countries best love dwarf hedger. Only need clipping once ...
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Buxus Sempervirens or box as it is commonly known is the ideal plant for formal hedges or hedging as well as being the topiary plant of choice at h...
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Dwarf evergreen hedger ideal for formal edging and hedging.Slow growing and probably the countries best love dwarf hedger. Only need clipping once ...
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Buxus Sempervirens or box as it is commonly known is the ideal plant for formal hedges or hedging as well as being the topiary plant of choice at h...
View full detailsBox hedge, or Buxus Sempervirens, is an evergreen garden hedge. It is often used as formal low border hedging, as its slow-growing, compact greenery provides shape and structure to a garden. It’s popular with landscapers for this reason, creating clear demarcation in a garden.
There are a few different types of box hedge, including Buxus Sempervirens Suffruticosa, Buxus Sempervirens Rotundifolia and Buxus Sempervirens Elegantissima. All are evergreen and relatively low maintenance, so make a great choice of garden hedge.
Buxus Sempervirens Suffruticosa is probably what most people think of as a typical box hedge. It has small, compact green leaves which grow at a slow rate, making it easy to shape and maintain. It will grow up to between 2 and 3 feet tall, and up to 4 feet wide. The Buxus Sempervirens Suffruticosa is very easy to grow and likes part shade with moist soil.
Buxus Sempervirens Rotundifolia is another common variety of box hedge. Its foliage is distinct from other box hedging, because of its dense, round leaves. This makes it a great choice for either hedging or topiary. It can grow up to 5 feet tall and 4 feet wide, and also likes part shade with moist soil.
The Buxus Sempervirens Elegantissima is a slightly different box hedge, with unique white-edged leaves. These leaves are typically larger than other types of box hedge and it can grow up to 6 feet in height and width. It is slow-growing, but may require greater maintenance than other box hedges because of its height.
Box hedging is relatively low maintenance, however there are some things you should do to keep your box hedge healthy. Here are our tips for planting and maintaining a box hedge.
Plant in spring or autumn - Whilst it can be planted at any time of year, the best time to plant box hedge is spring or autumn. That gives it time to settle in before the main growing season in summer.
Find a sunny or partially shaded spot - Box hedging will thrive in full sun or part shade alike. It also likes moist soil, but water-logged soil should be avoided.
Prepare the soil - Before planting, ensure the soil is well-drained and free from weeds. Incorporate organic matter to improve soil structure and fertility.
Planting depth - Dig a hole as deep and as wide as the root. Position the hedge so that the top of the root is about level with the surface and re-cover.
Watering and plant feed - It is important to give your box hedge a good water once planted, as they like moist soil. We recommend adding the vitax box food which helps the plant to grow. We also recommend TopBuxus health which keeps the plants looking green and helps to fight box blight.
Trimming - Box hedging should be trimmed twice a year, to keep the hedge’s shape. The first trim should be done around late May to mid-June, after the first growth spurt. Do not trim too late in the season or the leaves will not have time to regrow, leaving it vulnerable to frost damage.
Watering - Always water from below so that the foliage stays dry.
Feed - We recommend a Vitax box food or TopBuxus health which keeps the plants looking green and helps to fight box blight. Avoid high nitrogen fertiliser, as excessive soft leafy growth leaves the box hedge vulnerable to blight.
At Grasslands, we’re passionate about plants with acres of land dedicated to growing them. Our box hedges are grown and cared for by our horticultural experts before being put on sale to the public. Browse our collection and order online or call in to the garden centre.
