Botanical profile

Buxus × 'Green Mound'

Latin name
Buxus × 'Green Mound'
Common name
Boxwood 'Green Mound'
Type
Shrub
Family
Buxaceae

Buxus × 'Green Mound', or 'Green Mound' boxwood, is a compact evergreen shrub known for its naturally rounded and regular habit, which maintains a neat appearance without intensive pruning. Its dense, fine, and lustrous dark green foliage provides elegant and lasting structure to landscapes, summer and winter alike. Highly valued for low borders, formal hedges, structured beds, or container growing, it integrates well into both classic gardens and contemporary designs. More cold-tolerant than many other boxwoods, 'Green Mound' offers good winter hardiness when planted away from drying winds. Easy to maintain, stable, and decorative all year round, it is a reliable choice for creating neat and orderly lines in the garden.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4–8
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly alkaline, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Not significant
Flower color
Non-ornamental
Fruiting
Inconspicuous capsules, of no decorative interest
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Dwarf
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
60 to 80 cm (24 to 31 inches)
Width
1 m (3 feet)
Growth rate
slow
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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