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Variegated English Boxwood
Buxus sempervirens 'Variegata'
Pronunciation: BUK-sus sem-per-VY-renz var-ee-GAY-tuh
SKU #01388
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; reaches 5 to 8 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Small dark green leaves are bordered by an irregular creamy white variegation, perfect for adding interest and color to the year-round landscape. Easily pruned into topiary shapes or a formal hedge. Works well for containers and foundation plantings. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Suitable for Topiary |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Spirea (Spiraea); Coneflower (Echinacea); Weigela (Weigela); Ninebark (Physocarpus); Gayfeather (Liatris) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in enriched, well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soils. Mulch root zone to conserve moisture and to keep roots cool. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune periodically to shape. |
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| Description | Small dark green leaves are bordered by an irregular creamy white variegation, perfect for adding interest and color to the year-round landscape. Easily pruned into topiary shapes or a formal hedge. Works well for containers and foundation plantings. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Suitable for Topiary |
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| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Spirea (Spiraea); Coneflower (Echinacea); Weigela (Weigela); Ninebark (Physocarpus); Gayfeather (Liatris) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in enriched, well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soils. Mulch root zone to conserve moisture and to keep roots cool. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune periodically to shape. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Variegated English Boxwood produce flowers?
Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Is Variegated English Boxwood evergreen or deciduous?
Variegated English Boxwood is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Variegated English Boxwood?
Variegated English Boxwood is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care.
Is Variegated English Boxwood resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Variegated English Boxwood grow?
Variegated English Boxwood has a Slow growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Variegated English Boxwood?
Variegated English Boxwood grows in an Rounded habit.
Where can I use Variegated English Boxwood in my landscape?
Variegated English Boxwood is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Suitable for Topiary.
What color is the foliage of Variegated English Boxwood?
Variegated English Boxwood has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Variegated English Boxwood?
Good companion plants for Variegated English Boxwood include: Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Spirea (Spiraea); Coneflower (Echinacea); Weigela (Weigela); Ninebark (Physocarpus); Gayfeather (Liatris).
How do I care for Variegated English Boxwood?
Thrives in enriched, well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soils. Mulch root zone to conserve moisture and to keep roots cool. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune periodically to shape.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.