“We planted a few boxwood this summer, and I’m wondering if I need to do anything special to protect them this winter.” ... Green Velvet, Green Gem and Northern Charm.

Recommended cultivars, hardy to Southeastern Michigan, include Green Velvet, Green Mountain, Buxus microphylla koreana and Winter Gem. ... In her blog entry on “winterizing boxwoods,” ...

By George Weigel/The Patriot-News Q: We have boxwoods that line our sidewalk. The leaves are a yellow/orange color instead of a nice green color. What can we do to improve them come spring? A: You ...

Q. Which varieties of boxwood are the best for Chicago? I am looking for the hardy types that keep their dark green color all winter. –Timothy Mattheson, Chicago A. The “Illinois’… ...

She says the Japanese Boxwood is a good choice as are the Wintergreen, Green Velvet, Winter Gem, Baby Gem, American Boxwood and Green Beauty (or Green Mountain). All are available at most regional ...

The Green Bay Botanical Garden has a delightful modern knot garden made of green velvet boxwood and barberry. A crushed stone path provides contrast and invites exploration; concrete edging keeps ...

The green of evergreens in the midst of winter grays and browns, not to mention the wind protection trees provide, are welcome additions ...

"Fielding Questions" columnist Don Kinzler explains why boxwood shrubs tend to not do well around here and also offers advice on sourcing wildflower seed and fertilizing roses. SUBSCRIBE NOW AND ...

Most types of boxwood shrubs are cultivars of either Buxus sempervirens, also known as common or American boxwood, or Buxus microphylla, better known as Japanese boxwood. Other boxwood varieties ...