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boxwood

Buxus sempervirens 'Appalachian Pyramid'

Обзор

Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens 'Appalachian Pyramid') is an amazing plant species to add to any garden. Its bright green foliage creates an natural box-shape that adds a unique, eye-catching aesthetic to any landscape. It's heat tolerant and grows in a variety of soils and light conditions, making it a hardy and easy-to-care-for option for gardeners of any level. It requires little pruning and is resistant to disease, making it an ideal choice for landscaping and border plantings. Boxwood also makes an ideal privacy screen, masking unattractive views or compact spaces. So, add this amazing species to your garden for an attractive and easy solution for your landscaping needs.

Руководство по уходу

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Полив

Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens 'Appalachian Pyramid') prefers moist, well-draining soil. It should be watered thoroughly and deeply, once per week in spring and summer and once every other week in the fall and winter. If the soil appears dry more than an inch below the surface, then it should be watered. Make sure to not over-water your Boxwood, as this will cause root rot and death of the plant.

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Освещение

Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens 'Appalachian Pyramid') is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions. It can tolerate both full sun and full shade, but performs best when planted in an area that receives at least 4 hours of direct sunlight a day. In general, the more sunlight the boxwood receives, the more vibrant and healthy it will be. If planted in an area that receives very little sun, boxwood may become sparse and less attractive.

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Почва

Alkaline, Well-drained

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Температура

Hardiness zone 5–8.

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Обрезка

Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens 'Appalachian Pyramid') should be pruned twice a year, in late winter or early spring and in midsummer. In late winter or early spring, before new growth appears, prune away any old, dead or damaged branches. Trim back shoots that have grown longer than the desired shape. Cut back a bit more than half the length of each shoot. If you’re aiming for a particular shape, focus on the shape while pruning instead of worrying about maintaining a particular size. The second pruning in midsummer is designed to maintain the desired size of the boxwood as it grows. Trim the boxwood in midsummer to reduce the size by up to 1-third of its original size. Focus on the shape while pruning instead of worrying about a particular size. With regular pruning, you can keep the boxwood ‘Appalachian Pyramid’ looking neat and attractive.

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