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Buxus sinica var. insularis

Family: Buxaceae, Genus: Buxus

Description:

Buxus sinica var. insularis is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with a compact, mounded form. It produces tiny, fragrant greenish-yellow flowers in spring that attract pollinators. The leaves shift to yellow-brown or purplish in winter, adding seasonal interest. Hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9, this shrub grows 2-3 feet in height and spreads 4-6 feet. It prefers moist, sandy loam soil and full sun for densest growth, and is resistant to deer, rabbits, and most pests.

Sources:
  1. [1] Korean Boxwood: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
  2. [2] Korean Boxwood: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
  3. [3] Korean Boxwood: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source

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Last Updated June 29, 2025

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