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Buxus Curly Locks

Buxus Curly Locks, Chinese Box Plant

Buxus microphylla Curly Locks features small, bright green leaves with a gentle curl. The leaves age to dark green and are held on short stems as it grows to 1.2 m tall and 1 m wide. to smaller sizes which increases the denseness of the plant and encourages new growth. Best results with this variety of Box hedge are achieved when it is planted in full sun or partial shade. Buxus Curly Locks is often trimmed into a formal hedge, included in a mixed planting, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants.

Buxus microphylla 'Curly Locks' hedge.
Buxus microphylla 'Curly Locks' as a hedge with green foliage.
Buxus microphylla 'Curly Locks' green foliage.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.20 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asBuxus Curly Locks, Chinese Box Plant

Buxus Curly Locks Details

Buxus microphylla Curly Locks is a fantastic variety of Boxwood that is favoured for its elegant foliage. It features small, bright green leaves with a gentle curl. The leaves age to dark green and are held on short stems as it grows to 1.2 m tall and 1 m wide. This plant is often trimmed to smaller sizes which increases the denseness of the plant and encourages new growth. Best results with this variety of Box hedge are achieved when it is planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of most soil types, barring extreme wet and dry, moderate frost, and cool climates. Buxus Curly Locks is often trimmed into a formal hedge, included in a mixed planting, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants. For a box hedge, space the plants 30-40 cm apart.

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