Description
Buxus microphylla 'Little Missy'
Height: 18-24in
Spread: 2-3ft
Zone: 5-9
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Growth Rate: slow
Bloom Time/Color: April; chartreuse
Uses: Accents, Low hedge, Foundation plantings, Container
Maintenance: Medium
Other: Evergreen, deer/rabbit resistant, winter interest
Boxwood are one of the best evergreen shrubs for borders or formal hedges because of their ability to bounce back after heavy pruning. They are also slow growing which means less maintenance in between hedging. Boxwood are characterized in the landscape by their globular shape and small, elliptical glossy green foliage. Small, insignificant clusters of chartreuse flowers appear in early spring and fade amongst the foliage. Boxwood do best in well-drained loams in full sun to part shade and do best if soil moisture is consistent (a good layer of mulch will help). For optimum growth, partly shaded sites that are protected from strong winter winds are best. One of the smallest Boxwoods available, Little Missy slowly grows to a 30-36″ tall mound. Its great shape, small stature, and extreme resistance to Boxwood blight give Little Missy top marks in every comparison trial of Boxwoods around the country.
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Warranty Information
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