Botanical profile

Buxus sempervirens 'Mount Bruno'

Latin name
Buxus sempervirens 'Mount Bruno'
Common name
Boxwood 'Mount Bruno'
Type
Shrub
Family
Buxaceae

Buxus sempervirens 'Mount Bruno', or 'Mount Bruno' boxwood, is an evergreen shrub native to Quebec, selected for its superior hardiness and remarkable cold tolerance. Its naturally dense and rounded habit, combined with thick dark green foliage, gives it excellent winter performance, even in demanding northern conditions. Highly valued for low hedges, structured borders, formal gardens, or institutional landscaping, it maintains a neat silhouette with minimal pruning. Its slow growth promotes a stable and durable structure, ideal for gardens where consistency is sought. Reliable, robust, and decorative all year round, 'Mount Bruno' is a benchmark boxwood for landscape projects requiring resilience, order, and longevity.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
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
Summer
Flower color
Non-ornamental
Fruiting
Very discreet fruiting.
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Dwarf
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 to 1.5 m (3 to 5 feet)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
slow
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.