compact japanese boxwood
Buxus Microphylla 'Compacta'
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Partial sun
- Hardiness zone
- 5-9
- Minimum temperature
- −20°F (−29°C)
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Well-drained, Moist
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Plant traits
Mature height12 in-24 in
Mature width12 in-24 in
Plant typeGround-layer plants
Bloom seasonSpring
Foliage typeEvergreen
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantNo
Fire tolerantNo
Pet safetoxic
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyNo
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