Boxwood (Korean)Buxus sinica var. insularis
Esteemed for hedges because it can be sheared into precise shapes. Its small dark leaves create dense foliage. An excellent plant to line driveways or borders. (zones 5-9)
Zones 5 - 9
Hardiness Zones: Zones 5 - 9
The Boxwood (Korean) can be expected to grow in the zones shown in color in the arborday.org zone map. (see map below)
The Boxwood (Korean) can be expected to grow in the zones shown in color in the arborday.org zone map. (see map below)
Evergreen
Type of tree:
The Boxwood (Korean) falls into the following type(s): Evergreens, Evergreen Shrubs, Shrubs
The Boxwood (Korean) falls into the following type(s): Evergreens, Evergreen Shrubs, Shrubs
2' High
Mature Height:
The Boxwood (Korean) grows to be 2' feet in height.
The Boxwood (Korean) grows to be 2' feet in height.
4' - 6' Spread
Mature Spread:
The Boxwood (Korean) has a spread of about 4' - 6' at full maturity.
The Boxwood (Korean) has a spread of about 4' - 6' at full maturity.
Slow Growth
Growth Rate:
This tree grows at a slow growth rate. [More about this.]
This tree grows at a slow growth rate. [More about this.]
Full Sun
Sun:
This Boxwood (Korean) does well in full sun.
This Boxwood (Korean) does well in full sun.
Various Soils
Soil:
The Boxwood (Korean) grows in acidic, loamy, moist, sandy, well drained, clay soils.
The Boxwood (Korean) grows in acidic, loamy, moist, sandy, well drained, clay soils.
Rounded Shape
Shape:
This Boxwood (Korean) has rounded shape.
This Boxwood (Korean) has rounded shape.
More Info
The Boxwood (Korean) can be expected to grow in the zones shown on this map.
Description:
Esteemed for hedges because it can be sheared into precise shapes. Its small dark leaves create dense foliage. The flowers are small and insignificant, but quite fragrant. An excellent plant to line driveways or borders. (zones 5-9)
Wildlife Value:
Boxwoods contain a toxic alkaloid that makes them unpalatable. As a result, deer and other wildlife tend not to eat them.