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Further Information
How to grow Buxus?
Box hedging spacing Planting distances are very much a matter of choice - for bare roots, 3 plants per metre is adequate, 5 is good, 7 in a double staggered row will give a dense hedge quicker. Generally, smaller plants should be planted at higher density. Cell grown should be planted at 4 per metre in a single row or 6 per metre in a staggered row but particularly with this species you could consider planting more densely. Planting density for pot grown and root ball box hedging plants is as shown but you can vary this depending on your budget and how long you're willing to wait to see the finished product.Buxus sempervirens growth rate Often considered a very slow grower, we deem Box plants to be slow to medium in their growth rate, achieving 10-15cm per annum.
Cell grown, pot grown and instant box hedging plants are available to buy all year round. Bare roots are only available from november to late April/early May. Box is an unusual species in that it's absolutely fine to buy root balls all year round.
For more information on planting distances please see our planting density advice section.
Pruning Advice
Buxus sempervirens care instructions
Box hedging maintenance - A trim once or twice a year and a mulch or well-rotted organic matter will keep your Box plants in tip-top condition. We always recommend planting with Rootgrow and Seaweed Fertiliser is a key ingredient in Buxus sempervirens care, making a fantastic feed for the spring.
When to prune Box hedge
New, young Box plants can be cut back buy up to a third in their first year to help encourage bushy new growth. If your plants are already really bushy then your Box hedge can be pruned once or twice a year between May and August."
Box hedging maintenance - A trim once or twice a year and a mulch or well-rotted organic matter will keep your Box plants in tip-top condition. We always recommend planting with Rootgrow and Seaweed Fertiliser is a key ingredient in Buxus sempervirens care, making a fantastic feed for the spring.
When to prune Box hedge
New, young Box plants can be cut back buy up to a third in their first year to help encourage bushy new growth. If your plants are already really bushy then your Box hedge can be pruned once or twice a year between May and August."
Delivery & Returns
Everything you need to know about your delivery: Free delivery - this is available on most orders when you reach a minimum order value for your packaging type which is based on the size and quantity of plants that you order. Details are in the delivery information table below.
| Packaging Type | Standard Delivery Charge | Minimum Order Values for FREE Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Boxes (Bare roots and pots up to and inc 7.5L) | £7.99 delivery charge (orders up to £60) | Orders of £60 and over - FREE |
| Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc) | £60 delivery charge (orders up to £350) | Orders of £350 and over - FREE |
| Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | £450 delivery charge (orders up to £1500) | Orders of £1500 and over - FREE |
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For full delivery information, including geographical exceptions, see our delivery page
Box 60/80cm Root ball Buxus sempervirens
£22.99
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Box hedging or Buxus sempervirens as it's also referred to as, is the ideal species for formal, low hedges or borders, as well as being a classic topiary plant.
- Planting Conditions: Suitable for normal, clay and chalk soils, planted in full sun to full shade and inland, coastal or exposed sites
- Growth Rate: Slow growing, expect up to 10cm per year
- Height: Easily maintained at 0.5-1.5m
- Plant Age: 6 Year Old
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Buxus sempervirens
There are numerous benefits and reasons why gardeners choose to buy Box hedging. This species of plant is native, shade tolerant and suitable for most soil types and sites other than wet or windy. Box hedging is a versatile, classic hedge that is favoured by gardeners for its dense and leafy appearance. Buxus sempervirens is slow-growing hedge plant, but extremely manageable in terms of upkeep and it can be easily trimmed and maintained to keep the desired shape. People also prefer to buy box hedging because it provides a stunning, green privacy screen if grown to height. Green privacy screens are becoming popular in gardens. Speak to Hedges Direct today for more information.
With box hedging being so versatile and embracing a magnificent appearance, this species has a universal appeal in both urban and large formal garden situations. It's a fantastic shrub for creating hedge borders, partitions, green walling (mazes and pathways) and beautiful and intricate parterre knotwork gardens. Buxus sempervirens is one of our favourite species of hedging, as it has a multitude of possible combinations for shape, height and use, which is why it's consistently one of our top ten selling species of hedge plant.
Buxus sempervirens has dense, small, round, dark evergreen leaves with an average growth rate of approx 10-15cm per annum. When you buy box hedging, it should be trimmed in late spring with hand garden shears, keeping the blade of the shears parallel to the hedge surface. For an even more low growing hedge, try Dwarf Box Hedging Plants (Buxus sempervirens Suffriticosa), or view our incredible selection of low growing hedging plants for more options and inspiration.
Box Topiary
Gardeners also buy box hedging, as it's the main form of hedge plant used for Topiary due to its specific characteristics and the shapes which can be created are limited only by the imagination. However there are timeless Topiary classics, such as Topiary Balls, Topiary Cubes and Topiary Spirals. You can view our full range of Topiary shapes on our website.
With various sizes of box hedging plants for sale we're certain you'll find exactly what you're looking for in the root type, sizes and prices adjacent, or view our vast range of evergreen hedge plants for year round interest.
Box Hedging Problems?
Although incredibly popular, Box doesn't come without its (un)fair share of problems. We'd encourage you though not to panic; many of these Buxus sempervirens diseases are rarely disastrous. For more information, please speak to one of our experts today.
Should I Be Worried About Box Hedge Blight?
Box blight is a fungal disease suffered by Box. If you've had issues with box blight before then we recommend considering an alternative species, because the disease live on in the soil for up to 6 years. The majority of our customers have successfully planted and maintained their Box hedging without so much as a hint of Box blight, and we're confident that with the right guidance, you can do the same.
Firstly consider non-chemical preventative control. Clip slightly less regularly to prevent your hedge from becoming extremely dense (causing humidity) and always remove any plants immediately that appear to be affected. Water your plants at the roots, rather than from above, to avoid creating a damp environment. If you do find that your Box hedge has become susceptible to blight then a fungicidal spray can be administered to bring it back to good health.
Please don't let Box blight put you off from buying Box hedging. For more information about Box blight and alternatives to Buxus sempervirens, click here.
What About Box Rust?
Box Rust is a very mild condition where some foliage can be affected by a rust coloured blister. However, there is no long-term damage associated with Box rust; treatment consists of simply trimming the affected foliage away.
Still Worried About Box Hedge Problems?
We are often asked which hedge plants make a good alternative to Box hedging. Ilex Crenata or Euonymus Jean Hugues are good alternatives for hedging at about 30cm to 80cm in height, or for slightly taller Box alternatives, Yew or Lonicera Nitida are often used (though the latter needs more trimming). Despite Buxus Sempervirens problems, this species remains endearingly popular as a low hedging option and rightly so.