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Buxus sempervirens Pot-grown: stays green longer! The Buxus is an evergreen outdoor plant that is home-grown in Europe and can grow naturally into a bush or little tree. Pot grown! This pot grown buxus has a well-developed root system, meaning that the plant can be easily handled and re-planted. A pot grown buxus will not suffer any re-growth problems, stays healthier and can handle dehydration better than a buxus grown in full ground. Position: all aspects (from full sun to shade) Temperature: can stay outside all year round however protect the pot/roots from frost. Watering: water sufficiently in summer, especially if in terracotta pots. In winter, keep the soil moist. Feed: feed well - prefers a slow working feed, e.g. Osmocote. Pruning: prune once or twice a year (mid-June and September/October.) Re-potting: re-pot after two or three years in high quality buxus compost. |