Schmidt Common Boxwood 3-ball

Columnar evergreen

Botanical Name- Buxus sempervirens 'Schmidtii'

Pronunciation- BUK-sus sem-per-VY-rens

Foliage- Evergreen

Mature Width- 4 ft

Mature Height- 7 ft

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade

Soil Preferences- Requires a well-drained soil with mulch to protect surface roots

Current Size- #15

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Companion Plants- Pulmonaria 'Trevi Fountain' (woodland synergy, partial shade)

Fauna Attracted- Pollinated by flies/bees but not a strong wildlife attractant; some shelter value for small insects

Plant Habit- Shrub

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