Buxus Shadow Sentry #3
Buxus Shadow Sentry #3
Shadow Sentry™ Boxwood
Upright habit
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An upright, pyramidal Boxwood with medium green leaves that retain their color in winter. Reaches 8 feet tall by 3 feet wide. Deer tolerant. An excellent landscape plant.
Botanical Name- Buxus 'DSNH 1216'
Pronunciation- BUK-sus
Foliage- Evergreen
Mature Width- 3 ft
Mature Height- 8 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Average, moist well-drained soil
Current Size- #3
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Companion Plants- Lamium maculatum 'White Nancy' (shade groundcover, bright combo)
Fauna Attracted- Pollinated by flies/bees but not a strong wildlife attractant; some shelter value for small insects
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C5
Yearly Care Instructions- Shear lightly in late spring or early summer; keep soil evenly moist and mulch to protect roots.
Trimming Instructions- Trim for shape in late spring or summer.
Fertilization Instructions- Use a slow-release, balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil and add organic matter to reduce compaction.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone
Possible Issues- Boxwood blight, leaf miners
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