Ball Boxwood - Buxus Sempervirens

Buxus Sempervirens 'Ball'

Perfectly pruned in ball form, evergreen-leaved, ideal classic plant for formal gardens and pot decoration.

Product Information

Latin Name Buxus Sempervirens 'Ball'
Category Hedge & Conifers
Stock Code BTN-024
Height 0.3-1 m
Pot Type Plastic / Ceramic
Sale Type Single / Group

Features

Climate Resistance Very High (-20°C / -4°F)
Watering Needs Medium
Sun Requirement Sun / Partial Shade / Shade
Usage Area Outdoor
Growth Rate Slow (5-10 cm/year)
Leaf Type Evergreen

Product Description

Ball Boxwood (Buxus Sempervirens 'Ball'), native to Mediterranean and Western Europe, is the most iconic plant of classical garden art with its ball-shaped pruned form. Perfect geometric forms are achieved with its small, glossy, dark green leaves and dense branching structure. Used for centuries in European palace gardens, Italian and French formal garden designs, Boxwood provides an elegant look in modern landscapes both potted and planted.

Detailed Specifications

Leaf Small (1-2 cm), oval, glossy dark green, evergreen
Form Pruned in ball shape, dense and compact
Branching Very dense, responds very well to pruning
Root System Shallow, dense
Lifespan 100+ years

Care & Growing

Watering

Medium watering sufficient. 2-3 times per week during dry periods. Avoid root rot.

Soil

Prefers limey, well-drained soil. Wide pH tolerance (6.0-8.0).

Fertilizing

General purpose fertilizer in early spring. 1-2 times per year sufficient.

Pruning

Prune 2-3 times yearly to maintain ball form. May and September are ideal times.

Winter Preparation

Extremely hardy. Does not require special protection even in harsh winters.

Usage Areas

  • Formal and classical garden designs
  • Entrance and doorway potted decoration
  • Border and pathway lining
  • Terrace and balcony decoration
  • Topiary and shaped garden art
  • Hotel and restaurant entrance arrangements
  • Monument and public area landscapes

Frequently Asked Questions

Light pruning 2-3 times per year is sufficient to maintain ball form. Main pruning should be done in late spring.

Yes, shade tolerance is high. Stays green even in full shade but branches more densely in sun.

Ensure good air circulation, avoid leaf wetness. Early intervention with regular checking is important.

Yes, grows excellently in pots. Its slow growth and compact structure is very suitable for container culture.

No, it is evergreen. Stays green in winter and gives year-round structure to the garden.

Delivery and Logistics

Our Ball Boxwood plants shipped with special packaging preserving form. Project-based pricing for bulk orders.

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