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Buxus sempervirens Elegantissima

Buxus sempervirens Elegantissima, commonly known as English Boxwood or Box Hedge, is commonly used in English and formal gardens as a low hedge. This evergreen produces masses of small leaves that are variegated yellow and green as it grows to 1.5 m tall and 1.2 m wide, It is often trimmed into a hedge about 30-100 cm tall. Buxus sempervirens Elegantissima is commonly trimmed into a small hedge for borders, used for topiary, or maintained in a container. Box hedges are a fantastic feature in high-end gardens across the world.

Buxus 'Elegatissima' dark green and cream foliage.
Buxus 'Elegatissima' shrub with variegated foliage.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.20 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateSlow
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What are the garden uses for Buxus sempervirens Elegantissima in NZ?

Buxus sempervirens Elegantissima 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 sempervirens Elegantissima spacing for a hedge

The optimum plant spacing for a Buxus sempervirens Elegantissima 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.

Buxus sempervirens Elegantissima for sale

The Plant Company has the best Buxus sempervirens Elegantissima plants for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us look after your Buxus needs and impress you with both our products and service!

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