Buxus Suffruiticosa English Dwarf #3
Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa’ (English Dwarf Boxwood) is a slow-growing, compact evergreen shrub prized for its dense, fine-textured foliage and naturally rounded, mounded form. It features very small, oval, glossy green leaves that grow tightly along short stems, creating a soft, lush appearance and an exceptionally neat outline. Its growth habit is low and spreading rather than tall, making it ideal for formal borders, edging, parterres, and knot gardens. The plant responds well to shearing and shaping, holding crisp lines with minimal maintenance. With its classic look and year-round greenery, English dwarf boxwood is widely used in traditional and formal landscape designs.
Hardiness Zones:
USDA Zones 5–8Mature Size:
Typically 2–3 ft tall and 3–4 ft wide
(slow-growing, compact, low and mounded habit)Light Requirements:
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Partial shade to full sun
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Prefers morning sun and afternoon shade, especially in hotter climates
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Too much sun → leaf scorch or winter bronzing
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Too much shade → thinner, less dense growth
Water Requirements:
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Moderate, consistent moisture
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Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry
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Requires well-drained soil; avoid standing water to prevent root rot
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Needs extra watering during establishment and dry periods
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