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Buxus sinica var. insularis

Plant Type: Shrub

An extremely hardy low-growing boxwood with a broader spread than height and a somewhat loose habit. A great choice for northern climates as Korean boxwood has proven to withstand winter extremes.  Foliage changes to a yellow-brown in winter.

Mature Height:

2-3 ft

Mature Spread:

3-4 ft

Zone:

5

Buxus sinica var. insularis Characteristics & Attributes:

Evergreen
Evergreen
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Fragrant
Fragrant
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Partial Sun
Full Shade
Full Shade
Average Water
Average Water
Moist, Well-Drained
Moist, Well-Drained
Attracts Wildlife
Winter shelter
Attributes
Hedge
Border or Bed
Rock Garden
Topiary
Slow Growing
Specimen
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Winter
Summer
Soil Moisture
Well Drained