English Box

🌿 English Box  (Buxus sempervirens)

Buxus sempervirens, or English Box, is one of Australia’s most popular evergreen shrubs for formal hedging, borders, and topiary. Its dense, glossy green foliage and naturally compact growth make it ideal for creating tidy, structured garden lines in Melbourne, Geelong, the Mornington Peninsula, and beyond. English Box thrives in full sun to part shade, adapts to most well-drained soils, and responds exceptionally well to regular trimming. Perfect for modern, classic, or traditional landscapes, Buxus sempervirens is a long-lasting, low-maintenance plant that brings year-round structure and timeless style to gardens across Victoria.

🌱 Care Guide — English Box (Buxus sempervirens)

Light: Full sun to part shade; protect from extreme afternoon heat in exposed inland locations.
Soil: Prefers well-drained soil with organic matter; avoid waterlogging.
Water: Keep moist during establishment; once established, water moderately.
Fertiliser: Feed in spring and autumn with a slow-release hedge fertiliser.
Pruning: Trim lightly 2–4 times a year to maintain shape. Best pruning windows: late winter and early summer.
Position: Excellent for borders, formal hedges, courtyard structure, and topiary.
Pests/Disease: Watch for box caterpillar and leaf spot; good airflow helps prevent issues.
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate; typically 1–2 m tall if untrimmed.

🏷️ English Box – A Crisp Elegant Hedge

Buxus sempervirens (English Box) is the ultimate choice for crisp, elegant hedges and borders. Its lush, deep-green foliage and naturally compact habit make it perfect for creating tidy lines along pathways, driveways, garden beds, or formal landscape designs. English Box thrives in Victorian conditions, grows beautifully in pots or in the ground, and responds well to regular trimming for that classic manicured look. A staple for timeless gardens, contemporary spaces, and structured outdoor styling — English Box is the hedge that never goes out of fashion.