Buxus Microphylla Green Velvet
Green Velvet Boxwood is a durable, evergreen shrub prized for its rich green foliage and naturally rounded form. A hybrid of Buxus sempervirens and Buxus microphylla varieties, Green Velvet combines excellent hardiness with a dense, compact habit that works beautifully in formal or informal landscapes. Its deep green leaves hold attractive color year-round and respond well to light shaping or shearing, making it a versatile choice for hedges, borders, foundation plantings, and container gardens.
🌱 Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones: 5 – 9 — performs well across most temperate growing regions, including Pennsylvania landscapes.
📏 Mature Size
Height: ~3 – 4 ft
Width: ~3 – 4 ft
Naturally rounded and dense, Green Velvet holds its shape beautifully even without constant pruning, and can also be sheared into formal shapes if desired.☀️ Light Requirements
Best: Full sun to partial shade
Place in a site that receives at least several hours of sun each day — full sun promotes the most compact growth and best foliage color.💧 Water Requirements
Water Needs: Moderate
Prefers well-drained soil and regular moisture while establishing. Once established, this boxwood is fairly drought tolerant but still benefits from supplemental watering during dry spells.
