Use Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Green Velvet' when you want a compact, dependable boxwood with rich, dark green foliage that stays attractive through winter. Its naturally rounded habit makes it an easy choice for foundation plantings, low hedges, formal borders, and containers, and it responds well to light shaping when you want a crisp outline.

Plant it in well-drained soil and keep moisture consistent while it establishes. Once rooted in, it prefers evenly moist conditions but appreciates supplemental water during extended dry spells. A 2-3 inch mulch layer helps moderate soil moisture and protects shallow roots; keep mulch a few inches back from the stems to reduce rot risk.

Give it full sun to part shade. In colder or wind-exposed sites, choose a sheltered location and avoid harsh winter sun when possible to reduce bronzing and winter burn. If you need extra protection, a windbreak or burlap screen can help in exposed areas.

Prune in early spring or after the first flush of growth to maintain size and density. Make clean cuts, avoid heavy late-season pruning, and provide good air circulation. This selection is commonly considered deer and rabbit resistant, but browsing pressure varies by location and season.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 4-8 (-30 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Slow
• Mature height: 24-36"
• Spread: 24-36"
• Tolerant of: Deer, Rabbits
• Evergreen: Yes

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