Boxwood, or Buxus, plants are very popular evergreen shrubs typically used as either an edge, a hedge or as a topiary specimen. Boxwood comes in many varieties, from the extremely slow growing Dwarf English Boxwood to the shade loving Kind Midas or the varieties typically used to sculpt topiary living art in the shapes of cones, balls and squares. Boxwood is an ideal plant for along walkways, to provide separation in the garden or as a reliable foundation planting.
Boxwood does well in most areas with full sun to part shade in moist, but well drained soils. Some varieties will have a bronze tinge in the winter that will turn back to green in spring. Provide some protection from winter winds for best appearance.