Bareroot Box Hedging Plants Buxus sempervirens 15-20cm

Bareroot Box Hedging Plants (Buxus sempervirens), 15-20cm are slow-growing evergreen shrubs ideal for formal or decorative hedges, particularly in challenging sites such as coastal gardens exposed to salt and wind.

Key Features

• Growth rate: Slow, up to 10cm (approx. 4 inches) per year
• Size at supply: 15-20cm tall (bareroot)
• Hardiness: Tolerates wind and saline conditions
• Uses: Formal hedges, borders, topiary; suitable for small and large spaces
• Maintenance: Low, suitable for beginners

Planting & Care

• Position in full sun or partial shade, including coastal locations
• Tolerates most well-drained soils
• Annual trimming maintains dense, formal shapes

FAQs

• Are bareroot box hedging plants suitable for seaside gardens?
  Yes, Buxus sempervirens is salt- and wind-tolerant, ideal for coastal sites.
• How quickly do they grow?
  Box is slower than leylandii or privet, averaging 10cm per year in UK conditions.
• Is it low-maintenance?
  Requires minimal pruning once established, making it suitable for formal or beginner gardeners.
• Will it thrive in windy, exposed sites?
  Yes, it’s well-suited to windy areas and retains its dense structure year-round.
• Are they suitable for creating small decorative hedges?
  Yes, supplied at 15-20cm, these plants offer excellent value for compact formal borders.