Evergreen Shrub – Green Mountain Boxwood

Green mountain boxwood 

Botanical name: buxux x ‘green mountain’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 5 ft in height with a spread of up to 3 ft 

Hardy zone: zones 4-9 

Foliage color: green 

Growth rate: grows 3-6 inches per year 

Pruning instructions: prune in the late winter/early spring to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings in the spring or fall months 

Landscape use: topiary, entry way, container plant, hedge

Light needs: 4-6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: deer resistant, rabbit resistant 

Watering instructions: allow the top 3 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: loam 

Companion plants: hydrangeas, hostas, lavender, ornamental grasses 

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no