Description
Green Mountain Features Dense Foliage on a Pyramidal Shape Boxwood
Green Mountain Boxwood is an upright Boxwood with a naturally pyramidal form. It creates a more formal look. It has a unique shape and is faster growing than many other Boxwood varieties. New growth starts out bright, glossy green. Like most boxwood evergreen shrubs, Green Mountain can handle pruning well. Even though it can grow up to 5 feet tall, it can be pruned to keep it at almost any height you prefer.
As with most other Boxwood shrubs, Green Mountain growth rate is slow. As with most boxwood shrub varieties, it is deer, rabbit, pest and disease resistant. It grows best in full sun to part shade but try to avoid any space where it gets a lot of late afternoon sun in summer. Green Mountain Boxwood is popular as a formal hedge, foundation plants or as an accent. They are used where the look of a small tree is wanted, and commonly planted in containers for a stately feel.
Green Mountain Boxwood Plant Facts
| Botanical Name: | Buxus sempervirens x sinica ‘Green Mountain’ |
|---|---|
| Mature Height: | 4 to 5 feet |
| Mature Width: | 2 to 3 feet |
| Sunlight: | Partial to Full Sun |
| Growth Habit: | Evergreen, dense foliage |
| Water Requirements | Water well until established |
| Foliage: | New growth emerges bright green and retains its green color in the winter |
| Soil: | Any well drained soil |
| Grow Zones | 4 to 9 |
USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9
Frequently Asked Questions
How big do Green Mountain Boxwoods get?
At maturity, Green Mountain Boxwoods get 4 to 5 feet tall.
How fast do Green Mountain Boxwoods grow?
They are considered slow growing. Don't expect more than 3 to 6 inches of new growth per year.
Can Green Mountain Boxwood handle full sun?
Boxwoods in general can handle part to full sun. Avoid planting in open spaces in colder climates that can get windy. Green Mountain boxwoods can have a hard time if they get too much late afternoon direct sun in summer in warmer climates.
When is the best time to prune boxwoods?
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