Boxwood 'Green Velvet'

Sheridan Nurseries Ltd.

$44.99
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Discover the perfect balance of elegance and resilience with ‘Green Velvet’ Boxwood. This lush evergreen is a garden favourite, prized for its exceptionally dense, rounded habit and velvety, deep green leaves that retain their rich colour even through the biting winds of winter. Its soft, fine-textured foliage creates a polished, cloud-like appearance that adds instant sophistication to any space, whether sculpted into a formal hedge or allowed to grow into its natural, graceful mound.

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Plant Details

Mature Size:

3' H x W

Zone:

4-9

Watering:

Medium

Foliage Type:

Broadleaf Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Slow

Light:

Full Sun/Partial Shade

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Green Velvet Boxwood, Hybrid Boxwood

Scientific Name:

Buxus ‘Green Velvet’

Type:

Ornamental Evergreen Shrub

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: Typically reaches 2–3 feet tall and wide.
  • Growth Habit: Naturally rounded and mounding.
  • Form: Multi-stemmed, dense, and bushy.
  • Growth Rate: Slow (about 2–3 inches per year).
  • Longevity: Approximately 30 years or more with proper care.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full sun, partial shade, or dappled light.
  • Soil Preferences: Thrives in fertile, well-drained loams; benefits from slightly acidic to neutral pH.
  • Soil Tolerance: Adaptable to various soil types including clay, provided drainage is adequate.
  • Watering: Regular watering is essential during the first two years; once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.

Special Features:

One of the hardiest boxwood varieties; deer and rabbit resistant; excellent for formal pruning or topiary.

Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom: Tiny, fragrant creamy-yellow flowers appear in spring (April–May) but are mostly hidden by foliage.
  • Fall Colour: Evergreen; holds a deep, lush green through autumn.
  • Bark: Mature stems develop a slightly rugged, light-brown texture.
  • Fruit: Small, inconspicuous seed capsules.
  • Evergreen Interest: Exceptional winter color retention with minimal bronzing.

Garden Value:

A versatile workhorse for formal gardens, low-growing hedges, and foundation plantings. Its natural mounding shape makes it a superb choice for "softening" the corners of walkways or as a structured accent in large patio containers.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: Spring flowers provide a minor nectar source for bees.
  • Human Value: Provides year-round structural definition and "green architecture" for the garden. Caution: Toxic to pets and humans if ingested.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Spring or Fall.
  • Spacing: Space 2 feet apart for a low, seamless hedge.
  • Location Tips: Site in an area with good air circulation to prevent fungal issues, and protect from heavy, wet snow which can splay the branches.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Performs beautifully in full sun to partial shade.
  • Moisture Requirements: Needs average, consistent moisture; soil should be moist but well-drained.
  • Maintenance & Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Prune to shape in late spring after the threat of frost has passed to encourage thick new growth.

Tolerances:

Deer, rabbits, urban pollution, and winter wind.

Tips For Success:

Mulch with 2 inches of organic matter to protect the shallow root system from temperature swings. Avoid overhead watering to keep the dense foliage dry and healthy.

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