Buxus Egyptian Pyramid – A Majestic and Sculptural Addition to Your Garden
The Buxus Egyptian Pyramid is a striking evergreen shrub that combines elegance with dramatic vertical interest. With its distinctive pyramid shape and dense, vibrant green foliage, this unique topiary brings a sense of grandeur and sophistication to any garden. Whether used to create a focal point, line pathways, or enhance formal garden designs, the Buxus Egyptian Pyramid adds height, structure, and timeless beauty. Its sculptural form and year-round greenery make it a perfect choice for both contemporary and traditional landscapes, offering a refined touch with minimal maintenance.
Why Grow Buxus Egyptian Pyramid?
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Unique Pyramid Shape – The iconic pyramid form creates a bold, vertical statement, perfect for adding structure and height to any garden or landscape.
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Evergreen Foliage – The lush, glossy green leaves remain vibrant year-round, ensuring your garden maintains visual appeal even through the colder months.
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Ideal for Formal Gardens – The Buxus Egyptian Pyramid is a natural choice for creating symmetry and formality in garden designs, whether as part of a hedge, topiary arrangement, or as a standalone feature.
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Low-Maintenance – Once established, this topiary requires minimal care. It retains its shape with occasional trimming, making it a hassle-free addition to your garden.
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Versatile Garden Use – Whether used as a statement piece in large garden spaces, in containers, or along walkways, the Buxus Egyptian Pyramid provides a refined, elegant touch to various garden settings.
Height of Plant
The Buxus Egyptian Pyramid typically reaches a height of 120cm to 150cm (47 to 59 inches), with a similarly proportioned spread at the base. This makes it an ideal choice for creating vertical interest in both larger garden spaces and more compact areas. Its elegant, pyramid shape adds impressive height and structure without overwhelming the surrounding plants, making it a perfect feature plant in any landscape.
Where to Site Your Buxus Egyptian Pyramid
This adaptable shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and can grow in a variety of soil types, including loam, clay, and sandy soils. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil for optimal growth. The Buxus Egyptian Pyramid is perfect for formal gardens where structure and symmetry are key. It can be used to line pathways, create focal points at entrances, or serve as a towering presence in large mixed borders. Its striking shape also makes it an excellent choice for container displays, bringing a sculptural element to patios or terraces.
How to Grow and Care for Your Buxus Egyptian Pyramid
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Soil – Prefers moist, well-drained soil but is adaptable to various soil types, as long as drainage is sufficient.
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Light – Best grown in partial shade to full sun for optimal growth and vibrant green foliage.
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Watering – Regular watering is necessary, especially during dry periods, but ensure the soil does not become waterlogged to avoid root rot.
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Maintenance:
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Pruning – Minimal pruning is required to maintain the pyramid shape. Trim occasionally to remove dead or damaged branches and to preserve the clean lines of the pyramid form.
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Mulching – Apply mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture, regulate temperature, and protect the roots, particularly in warmer weather.
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Winter Care – The Buxus Egyptian Pyramid is hardy but may benefit from some protection in colder climates to shield it from harsh winter winds or freezing temperatures.
Perfect Plant Combinations
The Buxus Egyptian Pyramid pairs beautifully with both formal and informal garden plants. Its structured form enhances the beauty of flowering plants such as roses, hydrangeas, or tulips, providing a neat contrast to the more organic shapes of these blooms. The rich green foliage of the Buxus Egyptian Pyramid works well with darker-leaved plants like Heuchera, adding depth to the landscape. It also complements ornamental grasses, creating a stunning balance between geometric topiary and softer, flowing plant forms.
With its unique pyramid shape, evergreen foliage, and low-maintenance care, the Buxus Egyptian Pyramid is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add sophistication, height, and structure to their outdoor space. Whether used as a focal point, part of a formal hedge, or in a container, this elegant topiary brings timeless beauty and architectural interest to any landscape, making it a striking addition to gardens of all sizes.
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.
