American Boxwood
Small leaves are glossy dark green, sometimes turning brown in winter. Tolerates pruning and shearing; prune dead branches anytime. Easily pruned to any desired shape. Water thoroughly, drenching the entire area around a plant, once a week in ... [... more]
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American boxwood
Small oblong leaves (1/2" to 1" long) are dark green and glossy. Leaves densely cover woody, rough, multi-branched stems. Look for clean glossy leaves with no blemishes. Popular traditional shrub in Virginia. Pick as needed. Often used in ... [... more]
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Major Diseases of Boxwood
English boxwood, a popular shrub in traditional gardens in Virginia, and American boxwood, used in both traditional and contemporary plantings, are susceptible to several diseases that can decrease their effectiveness in established plantings. ... [... more]
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