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Buxus microphylla Japonica

Japanese Box Hedge

Buxus microphylla Japonica, commonly known as Japanese box hedge, grows about twice as fast as English box (Buxus sempervirens). The foliage is also lighter in colour being lime green and glossy. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Buxus microphylla Japonica can be clipped into a small hedge or used to create elaborate patterns as found in parterre gardens. It is often used for topiary, added to mixed plantings, or maintained in a container.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Patios, Pool areas, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asJapanese Box Hedge

What are the garden uses for Buxus microphylla japonica in NZ?

Buxus microphylla japonica is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens. It can be clipped into a small hedge or used to create elaborate patterns as found in formal gardens. It is often used for topiary, added to mixed plantings, or maintained in a container. It is a great complement to a modern or cottage garden, bringing both colour and elegance to a space. It is the gorgeous foliage that makes this Buxus an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

Buxus microphylla japonica spacing for a hedge

The optimum plant spacing for a Buxus microphylla japonica hedge is 25 cm between the plants for a 1.5L pot size. You can reduce the spacing to 20 cm between the plants if you want to achieve a dense and narrow hedge faster. If a 5L pot size or larger is purchased, the spacing can be increased to 35 apart as the plants have been manicured to be bushy already. Be sure to use a stringline to get the line straight and start lightly trimming the sides once the plants show active growth.

What size does Buxus microphylla japonica grow to?

Buxus microphylla japonica grows to about 1.5 m tall and the same wide as a general rule. It tends to grow taller in partial shade conditions compared to when grown in full sun. Similarly, the size also depends on the level of trimming and how well the plant is cared for with regards to fertiliser and watering during dry periods.

What is the growth rate of Buxus microphylla japonica?

The growth rate of Buxus microphylla japonica is generally considered to be slow relative to other hedging plants but medium when compared to other Buxus varieties. In suitable growing conditions a growth rate of 20-25 cm per year can be expected. However, this growth rate will be influenced by the soil quality, sunlight, moisture levels, and how warm the climate is. Growth will be slower in shade, exposed situations, and on poor soils.

Buxus microphylla japonica for sale

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Buxus microphylla japonica care

The most important part of caring for Buxus microphylla japonica is to make sure they have a well-drained soil that does not become waterlogged at any time. This, along with over-watering, are the main causes of plants to fail to perform or die. The plants can be lightly trimmed any time but this is best undertaken during spring or summer. The final elements are to feed the plants in spring with a general fertiliser and keep an eye on watering so they do not dry out. Also watch for scale insect and mealy bugs and treat with an appropriate agrichemical if necessary.

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