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Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Tide Hill'

Family Buxaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Spread 0.3 - 1.5 m (1 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The broadleaf evergreen Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Tide Hill' (Korean boxwood) bears bright lime blooms during mid-spring. The foliage is dark green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. A specimen plant, Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Tide Hill' (Korean boxwood) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bonsai, ground cover, hedge, foundation, mass planting, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits. In the winter, Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Tide Hill' provides winter interest.