Boxwood 'Green Mountain'

Sheridan Nurseries Ltd.

$44.99
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Elevate your garden with the timeless, architectural beauty of ‘Green Mountain’ Boxwood. This vigorous evergreen is celebrated for its elegant, naturally pyramidal form and dense, lustrous dark green foliage that holds its rich colour even through the coldest winter months. It's fine, delicate texture and polished habit provide a sophisticated structure to any landscape, making it a premier choice for those seeking year-round curb appeal and classic garden elegance.

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Plant Details

Mature Size:

5' H x 3' W

Zone:

4-9

Watering:

Medium

Foliage Type:

Broadleaf Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Slow - Moderate

Light:

Full Sun/Partial Shade

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Green Mountain Boxwood, Hybrid Boxwood

Scientific Name:

Buxus ‘Green Mountain’

Type:

Ornamental Evergreen Shrub

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: Typically reaches 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide.
  • Growth Habit: Upright, pyramidal, and naturally cone-shaped.
  • Form: Dense, multi-stemmed mound.
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate (approximately 3–6 inches per year).
  • Longevity: Can live for approximately 30 years under ideal conditions.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full sun, partial sun, or dappled light.
  • Soil Preferences: Thrives in enriched, well-drained, slightly acidic to slightly alkaline loams.
  • Soil Tolerance: Adaptable to various soil types including sand, clay, or chalk.
  • Watering: Moderate; water when the top 3 inches of soil feels dry.

Special Features:

Highly resistant to deer and rabbits. Tolerant of urban pollution and salt. Excellent for creating sculpted or formal garden forms.

Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom: Inconspicuous, fragrant greenish-cream flowers in early spring (April–May).
  • Fall Colour: Evergreen; maintains bright green foliage.
  • Bark: New stems are green, maturing to a square-shaped brown or copper.
  • Fruit: Small, non-ornamental three-celled capsules.
  • Evergreen Interest: Dependable year-round green structure.

Garden Value:

Excellent for formal hedges, foundation plantings, mixed borders, and topiary. Its upright, conical habit makes it a perfect "thriller" in large container arrangements.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: Flowers attract bees and other pollinators.
  • Human Value: Provides timeless architectural structure and privacy screening. Caution: Mildly toxic to humans and pets if ingested.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Spring or Fall.
  • Spacing: Space 2–3 feet apart for a dense hedge.
  • Location Tips: Site in a sheltered location protected from strong winter winds and intense afternoon sun to prevent foliage bronzing.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; can tolerate full shade, though density may decrease.
  • Moisture Requirements: Prefers evenly moist soil; water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.
  • Maintenance & Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring. Prune after the last spring frost to avoid damaging tender new growth.

Tolerances:

Deer, rabbits, air pollution, wind, and drought once established.

Tips For Success:

Apply a 1–2 inch layer of organic mulch (bark or compost) to conserve moisture and keep shallow roots cool. Use a burlap wrap for young plants in exposed locations during winter.

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