Buxus Cone 60/70cm – A Sculptural Touch of Elegance and Structure
The Buxus Cone 60/70cm is a striking, architectural evergreen shrub that brings a refined, sculptural quality to any garden. With its classic cone shape, dense foliage, and vibrant green color, this larger Buxus variety offers a sense of formality and elegance to both traditional and contemporary landscapes. The Buxus Cone 60/70cm is perfect for adding vertical interest and balance to your outdoor spaces, whether as part of a formal hedge, a decorative focal point, or in containers. Its tidy, structured appearance ensures that it provides year-round beauty with minimal maintenance, making it an ideal choice for creating sophisticated garden designs.
Why Grow Buxus Cone 60/70cm?
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Sculpted Cone Shape – The distinct cone form of this Buxus variety adds height, structure, and a sense of order to your garden, making it a perfect choice for creating formal lines and focal points.
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Evergreen Foliage – The dense, glossy green leaves stay vibrant throughout the year, providing constant visual appeal, even during winter months.
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Ideal for Formal Gardens – The Buxus Cone 60/70cm is perfect for creating formal hedges, adding height and vertical lines, or as an elegant statement piece in larger garden designs.
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Low-Maintenance – Once established, the Buxus Cone requires little care and is well-suited for gardeners seeking a beautiful yet low-maintenance addition to their landscape.
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Versatile in the Landscape – Whether planted in rows to create a symmetrical look or used as a stand-alone focal point, this sculptural shrub fits beautifully in both modern and traditional settings.
Where to Site Your Buxus Cone 60/70cm
This adaptable shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and is suitable for a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil for optimal growth. The Buxus Cone 60/70cm is perfect for creating striking, formal hedges, planting in rows for symmetry, or as part of a grand entrance or decorative border. Its sculptural form makes it a natural fit for structured landscapes or modern garden designs where vertical height and precision are key.
How to Grow and Care for Your Buxus Cone 60/70cm
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Soil – Prefers moist, well-drained soil but is tolerant of a variety of soil conditions, as long as drainage is adequate.
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Light – Best grown in partial shade to full sunlight for healthy, vibrant growth and foliage.
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Watering – Regular watering is necessary, particularly during dry spells, but ensure that the soil is well-drained to avoid waterlogging.
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Maintenance:
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Pruning – Pruning is minimal but may be necessary to maintain the perfect cone shape. Trim the plant occasionally to remove dead or damaged foliage and to keep the form crisp and tidy.
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Mulching – Apply mulch around the base of the plant to retain moisture, regulate temperature, and protect the roots, especially during warmer months.
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Winter Care – The Buxus Cone is hardy, but in regions with harsh winter winds, it may benefit from some protection to prevent leaf burn.
Perfect Plant Combinations
The Buxus Cone 60/70cm pairs beautifully with both formal and informal planting schemes. It contrasts nicely with flowering plants such as roses, lavender, or peonies, providing a structured backdrop that highlights their beauty. Its evergreen foliage also complements dark-leaved plants like Heuchera or ornamental grasses, adding depth and texture to the landscape. In formal garden settings, it works seamlessly alongside other sculptural plants like topiary, clipped hedges, or symmetrical designs, enhancing the overall formality and elegance of the space.
With its sculptural cone shape, evergreen foliage, and minimal maintenance requirements, the Buxus Cone 60/70cm is an excellent choice for creating architectural interest in your garden. Whether used as a focal point, part of a hedge, or in containers, this elegant shrub adds a touch of sophistication and structure to any landscape. Its timeless appeal and versatility make it an ideal plant for both seasoned gardeners and those seeking a hassle-free addition to their outdoor space.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
