Green Beauty Boxwood

Green Beauty Boxwood (Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Green Beauty')

Green Beauty Boxwood (Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Green Beauty') is a durable, evergreen shrub valued for its glossy foliage, rounded shape, and strong adaptability. This Japanese boxwood cultivar holds its rich green color through summer heat and winter cold, offering year-round appeal with minimal care. Its resilience to leaf bronzing, humidity, and variable weather makes it a dependable choice for landscapes across many regions.

Distinctive Features

Green Beauty Boxwood typically matures at 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, forming a dense, mounded habit that requires little shaping. The foliage consists of small, rounded leaves that are slightly larger than those of English boxwood but still refined in texture. This variety is more resistant to winter burn and root rot than many alternatives, making it well suited for both northern and southern climates.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade; best foliage color in at least half-day sun.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil with slightly acidic to neutral pH.
• Water: Moderate; water deeply during establishment and dry spells.
• Humidity: Tolerates high humidity better than many other boxwoods.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 to 9; dependable in both coastal and inland conditions.

Ideal Uses

• Foundation Plantings: Provides year-round structure and curb appeal.
• Hedges and Borders: Excellent for low to medium hedges with formal or informal shapes.
• Topiary: Responds well to pruning for sheared or artistic forms.
• Container Gardens: Thrives in planters for patios, terraces, and entryways.
• Mixed Borders: Adds evergreen mass and contrast among perennials and flowering shrubs.

Low Maintenance Care

Green Beauty Boxwood thrives with basic care and remains attractive with minimal intervention. Proper siting and spacing improve airflow and reduce disease pressure, while mulching helps retain moisture and protect roots.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during the first season; reduce frequency once established.
• Pruning: Light pruning in late spring or early summer maintains shape and density.
• Fertilizing: Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to support growth.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Shows greater tolerance to boxwood leaf miner and root rot compared to many cultivars.
• Winter Care: Retains deep green foliage through winter with little bronzing.

Why Choose Green Beauty Boxwood?

Green Beauty Boxwood (Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Green Beauty') is a versatile, reliable evergreen that provides structure, color, and durability in a wide variety of landscapes.

• Year-Round Color: Glossy foliage remains vibrant through all seasons.
• Adaptable and Tough: Thrives in full sun, shade, heat, and humidity.
• Naturally Rounded Habit: Forms a tidy mound with little pruning.
• Low Maintenance: Grows well in diverse conditions with minimal effort.
• Versatile Applications: Effective in hedges, topiary, foundations, or containers.

With its dependable performance, heat and cold tolerance, and evergreen structure, Green Beauty Boxwood (Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Green Beauty') is a trusted choice for landscapes seeking year-round color and lasting form.