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African Boxwood

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Dave Ryden

 

Description

This African Boxwood is a small, slow growing shrub with small green leaves set on vertical, dark red stems. It can be grown in the sun or shade, and is good as a foundation plant or a low hedge.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Formal, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Foundation, Swimmingpool, Wallsfences

 

Special Uses

Erosioncontrol, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Topiary

 

Attracts Wildlife

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