Japanese Box Plants Buxus microphylla

Appearance:
Japanese Box Plants (Buxus microphylla) feature small, glossy green leaves that form dense, compact foliage, making them perfect for creating neat, formal hedges or topiary.  

Use:
Ideal for hedging, borders, or as ornamental topiary, Japanese Box Plants (Buxus microphylla) are versatile and add structure to any garden.

Preferred Climate:
Thrives in cool to mild subtropical climates, and can handle mild frost and are tolerant of both full sun and partial shade.

Best Position and Soil Type:
Plant in well-drained soil, full sun to part shade. Enrich the soil with an organic fertilizer.  If planting into clay or heavy soils, use gypsum.

Mature Height and Width:
Japanese Box Plants (Buxus microphylla) typically grow to a mature height of 1m and spread up to 70cm.  If you are creating a hedge, plant them 35-40cm apart. 

Care:
These young tubestock require regular, consistent watering to establish a strong root system. Once established, they are relatively low-maintenance but benefit from occasional trimming to maintain shape