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Suitable for small gardens, coastal areas, and topiary projects, these slow-growing hedges maintain dense, green foliage all year.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeight supplied: 15-25cm (6-10in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePot size: 9cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrowth rate: 10-15cm per year\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlant spacing: 5-6 per metre (single row), 7-9 per metre (double row)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFoliage: Small, oval, glossy evergreen leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHardiness: Fully hardy, tolerates coastal and windy sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest planted in moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTolerates full sun or shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater regularly during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightly trim in late spring or summer for desired shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the best evergreen hedging plants for a small garden?\u003c\/strong\u003e Buxus sempervirens is widely chosen for its compact, dense foliage and slow growth, suitable for small gardens needing year-round greenery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow far apart should I plant box hedge plants?\u003c\/strong\u003e For a single row, space 5-6 plants per metre; for denser, double-row hedging, 7-9 per metre is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre pot grown box hedging plants suitable for coastal or windy areas?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, pot grown Buxus sempervirens is hardy and tolerates exposure typical of coastal UK gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s the difference between pot grown and bare root box hedging?\u003c\/strong\u003e Pot grown plants can be planted year-round and experience less root disturbance on planting compared to bare root.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to establish?\u003c\/strong\u003e With recommended care, Buxus sempervirens will begin to form a dense boundary within 2–3 years, growing 10–15cm annually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"15-25cm Pot Grown Buxus sempervirens Box Hedging\",\n  \"description\": \"Pot grown Buxus sempervirens (box hedge) plants are ideal evergreen hedging solutions, supplied at 15-25cm height in 9cm pots, ready for year-round planting throughout the UK. Suitable for small gardens, coastal areas, and topiary projects, these slow-growing hedges maintain dense, green foliage all year. Specifications Height supplied: 15-25cm (6-10in) Pot size: 9cm Growth rate: 10-15cm per year Plant spacing: 5-6 per metre (single row), 7-9 per metre (double row) Foliage: Small, oval, glossy evergreen leaves Hardiness: Fully hardy, tolerates coastal and windy sites Planting \u0026 Care Best planted in moist, well-drained soil Tolerates full sun or shade Water regularly during establishment Lightly trim in late spring or summer for desired shape FAQs What are the best evergreen hedging plants for a small garden? Buxus sempervirens is widely chosen for its compact, dense foliage and slow growth, suitable for small gardens needing year-round greenery. How far apart should I plant box hedge plants? For a single row, space 5-6 plants per metre; for denser, double-row hedging, 7-9 per metre is ideal. 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