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Boxwood

Buxus bahamensis

Buxaceae
Shrub
Ornamental
Evergreen

About this plant

Buxus bahamensis, known as Bahamian Boxwood, is an ornamental evergreen shrub that thrives in full sun and tolerates low water conditions. It is suitable for USDA zones 5–9, growing to a height of 1–2.5 meters. It blooms with small yellow flowers in April and May and prefers a variety of soil types including clay, loam, sand, and chalk. This plant is evergreen and provides year-round structure to the garden.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Low water

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Chalky

Height

1–2.5 m

Spread

1–2 m

Zones

5–9

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Garden Use

Its compact growth habit and evergreen nature make it ideal for hedges, borders, or as a specimen plant. It provides structure and texture throughout the year. Due to its slow growth, it is also suitable for topiary.

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