Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty'
Japanese Boxwood
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Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty') - Description
Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Green Beauty' hold its deep green color in coldest weather and is considerably greener than most boxwoods in the summer heat. Japanese boxwood is also tolerant to nematodes and to high humidity, making it quite versatile in the landscape. With its decent height and dense foliage it is the perfect hedge and or screening boxwood.
Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty') - Blooming
Boxwoods have inconspicuous flowers and are generally grown for their vegetative shoots.
Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty') - Growth
Evergreen shrubs and trees. Generally, Boxwoods are grown as hedges; however, when not clipped, they have a soft and billowing shape. The Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla japonica) is a slow growing species that is often times grown as potted topiaries. Plants grow best in partial shade. They can withstand sun, only if the soil is kept moist. Boxwoods are very tolerant of clipping, which makes them excellent hedges and topiaries. Grow dwarf boxwoods in a rock garden, or as a groundcover.
Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty') - Planting
Plants are generally propagated from rooted cuttings. One can also sow seeds in fall in containers in a cold frame. Cold frames are protective structures, located outside for propagating and growing plants.
Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty') - Pest
Spider mites and scale insects can be a problem.
Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty') - Interesting facts
Boxwoods are easy to grow when they get adapted to their environments. They are native to Europe, Asia, Africa, Madagascar and most of the Americas. The wood is relatively dense, which is why most wooden chess sets are made from the wood of boxwood. The foliage is also very dense, making members of this genus to be especially useful for making hedges and borders. Sap from the plant can aggravate sensitive skin types.
Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla 'Green Beauty') - Soil and irrigation
Soil types and drainage vary from species to species. Most require rich soil with good drainage. Dry soil can result in poor foliage color or scorching.
