Boxwood, Green Velvet

Tree Care:

Planting:
- Well-draining soil, partial to full sun.
- Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, water after planting.

Watering:
- Keep soil consistently moist, water when the top inch is dry.

Fertilizing:
- Use balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early and late spring.

Pruning:
- Prune as needed for shape, avoiding major cuts in late summer or fall.

Mulching:
- Apply mulch for moisture retention, keeping it away from the trunk.

Pest and Disease Control:
- Monitor and apply controls as required.

Winter Care:
- Protect from winter damage, consider anti-desiccant spray.
- Prune in late winter to remove dead branches.

Tree Description:

Size and Shape:
- Compact, rounded evergreen shrub.
- Grows to 2-3 feet in height and width.

Leaves:
- Small, glossy dark green leaves.

Flowers:
- Inconspicuous greenish-yellow blooms in spring.

Fruit:
- Small brownish seed capsules.

Hardiness:
- Suitable for USDA zones 4 to 9.

Cultural Care:
- Thrives in well-draining soil with partial to full sun.
- Pruning to maintain shape and size, avoiding late summer or fall cuts.
- Resistant to common pests and diseases.

Landscape Use:
- Ideal for formal gardens, hedges, borders, and topiaries.
- Provides year-round greenery and structure in landscapes.