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Latin Name: Buxus sempervirens
Forestart Reference: BUSEM1
A large bush or small tree which produces masses of small, dark, evergreen leaves. Ideal for topiary and hedging purposes in the garden. Common name: Common Box.
Native: Southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia.
Provenance: European
Size and spread (10 years): 2m x 0.5m
Treatment required: Mildly dormant requires 26 weeks of treatment.
Germinal seeds / kg: 40000
Ideal sowing period: Spring
Soil conditions: Most soils including chalk but does require light.
Planting instructions:
Mature height: 8m x 0.8m
Availability: In stock now