At Plant Clearance Inc., we proudly offer Japanese Boxwood plants across California, Nevada & Arizona, ensuring exceptional quality at wholesale prices. Native to Japan and East Asia, this evergreen shrub is admired... ...Read More
FAQs
Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Dig a hole about twice the width of the root ball and the same depth as the plant’s roots. Mix soil with compost, place the shrub, backfill, and water thoroughly to help it establish. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
The best time to prune Japanese Boxwood is in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Light trimming during the growing season can maintain shape, but avoid heavy pruning in late fall to prevent winter damage. Removing dead or diseased branches improves airflow and overall plant health.
Also known as Buxus microphylla japonica, this slow-growing, evergreen shrub is known for its dense, compact foliage. It is widely used for formal hedges, garden borders, foundation plantings, and topiary due to its uniform growth and year-round greenery.
Japanese Boxwoods have a slow to moderate growth rate. This gradual growth allows for easy shaping and pruning and ensures that hedges and borders maintain a dense, tidy appearance over time. On average, they grow about 2–4 feet tall and wide at maturity.
Japanese Boxwood can tolerate partial shade but does not thrive in full shade. Too little sunlight can slow growth, reduce foliage density, and result in thinner, weaker leaves. For best results, provide at least a few hours of direct sunlight each day.
Yes, it is moderately tolerant of coastal conditions, including wind and salt spray. However, providing some wind protection and ensuring well-drained soil is important, as excessive exposure can dry out the foliage or damage the plant.
Yes, Japanese Boxwood is evergreen, maintaining its green foliage throughout the year. This makes it a popular choice for year-round hedges, borders, and garden structures.
Once established, they are moderately drought-tolerant. They benefit from occasional deep watering during prolonged dry periods, especially in hot climates, to maintain healthy growth and dense foliage.
