Elegantissima Variegated Boxwood/Buxus

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Elegantissima Boxwood / Buxus

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A VERY HARD BOXWOOD VARIETY TO FIND - VERY BEAUTIFUL FOLIAGE PATTERN

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*Average Plant Shipping Size: 6"-7" tall

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OUR PRICE : $10.95

PRODUCT CODE: BOXELE1

PLANT DESCRIPTIONS & FACTS

Buxus sempervirens 'Elegantissima'

Overall Description

A very striking boxwood that is most commonly used as an accent plant. Has rather small leaves that are splashed with cream coloring. Slow to moderate growth - likes full sun to partial shade. Does best in slightly moist, cool soils that drain well - does not like clay soils, as the drainage is inadequate. May be kept at just about any size or shape through trimming / pruning. Makes an excellent accent when planted amongst larger plantings of solid green color, or against any type of darker / solid colored backdrop. Has a slightly more upright, columnar type growth habit than many boxwoods if left untrimmed.

Plant Facts & Specifications

Mature Height: 4 - 6 ft

Mature Width: 3 - 5 ft

Growth rate: Slow to moderate ( 3"-6" avg per yr )

Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8 ( if unsure of your zone, please use zone finder below - or check out our Hardiness Zone Map & Information Page )

Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Soil Preference: Average. Slightly cool & moist - fertile. Mulching recommended.

Foliage Color & Texture: Evergreen Broadleaf - foliage slightly smaller than many typical boxwood varieties - slightly oval shaped. Coloration is a medium bright green with creamy white edging / variegation. Our plants here at our nursery have shown absolutely no color difference at all throughout the winters - keeps a good clear color display with good contrast.

Flower, Cone, Or Berry Facts: Flowers - Very small, creamy yellow flowers develop in small clusters in April - May, and are actually quite fragrant for the brief time that they are present. Small 1/3 " long seed pods generally follow, and are three horned with each individual "valve", or section containing two seeds.

Diseases / Insects: Among the more prevalent problems one might be confronted with when growing Boxwood would be: Canker, root rot, boxwood leaf miner, boxwood webworm, nematodes, and boxwood mites. Most all of these pests / problems are much more commonly seen on Buxus sempervirens cultivars - other variations / hybrids seem to show much more resistance to these problems. Root rot ( Phytopthora ) can be a problem in inadequately drained soils, and is usually indicated by a lighter "off color" to the foliage. Annual treatment / inspection is strongly recommended during the early growing season in order to monitor any possible problems, and as a preventative action.

Recommended Spacing: Approximately 2 feet apart for most typical hedge plantings - widen spacing if distinction from one plant to another is desired.

Deer Resistance Rating: Lowest Resistance [ 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 ] Highest Resistance

Fertilization / Feeding: For maximum health & hardiness, we highly recommend POOPeas for use with all of evergreen species. However, either water soluble ( Miracle Gro, or equivalent ), or granular fertilizers ( Holly Tone is excellent ) are also good options. Most any granular fertilizers with a 6-12-12, or 10-10-10 ratio are also acceptable. Best to fertilize in early spring, and again in mid fall - avoid feeding standard chemical fertilizers during hot summer months, and directly after transplanting. POOPeas may be used at anytime.

Additional Features & Characteristics:

Container / Patio Gardening: Elegantissima Boxwood is an excellent choice for container or patio gardening due to its smaller, more compact size and non aggressive root system.

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