Chicagoland Green® Boxwood
Buxus x 'Glencoe'
Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- Earl May Garden Center
1509 N. Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny IA 50021
- A+ Lawn & Landscape
6084 Ne 22nd St. Des Moines IA 50313
- Lowe's
3610 8th Street Sw Altoona IA 50009
- Earl May Garden Center
1845 - 22nd St. West Des Moines IA 50265
| Botanical Pronunciation | BUK-sus |
|---|---|
| Lore | Many boxwoods turn a dull bronze color in the winter. Some boxwood varieties that are prized for retaining their green color throughout most winters are Chicagoland Green® ('Glencoe'), 'Green Velvet', 'Green Mountain'. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Grows 2 to 3 in. per year, slowly reaching 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Mediterranean |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Topiary, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Year-round Interest, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Spirea (Spiraea); Weigela (Weigela); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Gayfeather (Liatris) |
Thrives in enriched, well-drained, lightly acidic soils. Mulch root zone to conserve moisture and keep roots cool. Protect from drying winter winds to reduce tip dieback. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Fertilize in early spring. Prune as needed to shape.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 5
Good to grow!