Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’

Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’

Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ is a dwarf English boxwood with glossy, oblong shaped, green leaves. This dwarf cultivar of the English boxwood grows into a rounded shape of 2 to 3 feet tall and 2 to 4 feet wide. Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ is winter hardy to USDA Zones 5-8. It grows well in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil although direct sunlight should be avoided. It should also be planted in a location sheltered from strong winds. Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’s do better in slightly acidic soil. According to the American Society of Boxwoods, Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ is one of the more frequently found boxwoods in the United States.

When to Prune Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’?

Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’s should be pruned once a year. However, pay attention to when the last spring frost date is. Prune after the last spring frost. Do not prune too early in the Spring because tender offshoots that grows will be killed by the late spring frost.

Should You Mulch Around Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’?

Mulch around Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ by adding organic mulch of 1 to 2 inches thick. It will help protect shallow roots.

What Can I do to Help Improve Air Circulation of Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’?

Every year, improve the air circulation of Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’s by thinning plants and remove dead or damaged branches.

Should I Let Snow Accumulate on my Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’?

During winter, remove snow accumulations on Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’s to minimize branch damage.

How Big Does Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ Get?

Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’s are dwarf English boxwoods growing into a rounded shape that is 2 to 3 feet tall and 2 to 4 feet wide.

Can I Grow Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ in Shade?

Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’s can grow in part shade. It grows well in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Although direct sunlight should be avoided.

What Kind of Soil Condition is ideal for Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’?

Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ grow best in slightly acidic soil, well-drained soil.

Where Should I Plant Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’?

Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ can be grown as foundation plants, accent and border plants. It can also be grown in containers.

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