Buxus sempervirens 'Graham Blandy'

common boxwood or european box

Family	Buxaceae
Plant Type	broadleaf evergreen
Zone	USDA: 6a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H2 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	2.4 - 3.5 m (8 - 11 ft)
Spread	30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Light	light shade to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to neutral

Description	The broadleaf evergreen Buxus sempervirens 'Graham Blandy' (common boxwood) bears pale yellow blossoms during mid spring. The showy glossy foliage is dark green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen.
Typical Uses	Hedge and foundation.
Special Characteristics	Buxus sempervirens 'Graham Blandy' has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits.
Cautions	Bees and wasps are attracted to Buxus sempervirens 'Graham Blandy' (common boxwood). This could be an issue if there are severe allergies in the household.