Tiny green leaves in close-up view of Winterstar Boxwood

Winterstar™ Boxwood

Buxus microphylla 'FWBM01'

We’re delighted by the reliability of this tough but attractive medium-sized foundation boxwood. Use this deer-resistant landscape standard to add structure to gardens and landscapes.

Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones 5a - 9b

mature dimensions

4′ high x 4′ wide

This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 8b

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More About Winterstar™ Boxwood

Bloom/Feature

Easy to grow, heat tolerant foundation plant with an upright habit.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to -20°F to -10°F

Key Features

Compact Habit, Deer Resistant, Disease / Pest Resistance, Easy Care, Erosion Control

Flowering Season

None

Uses

Border, Container, Edging, Hedge, Low Hedge, Mass Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Feed throughout growing season

Pruning

In spring

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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