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 are ...

What: Buxus sempervirens, commonly called common boxwood, is an elegant shrub that has been used in gardens for centuries. With handsome, glossy, dark evergreen leaves and a tough and resilient ...

Hydrangeas are a beautiful addition to any home garden, with countless varieties, colors, and sizes to choose from. They look great with just about anything, but when deciding what to plant next to ...

Nothing brings a sense of formality to a garden like boxwood. But thanks to common gardening practices, it’s vulnerable to disease. By Margaret Roach It’s time for boxwood-loving gardeners to learn ...

Some boxwoods turn yellow or bronze in winter as a normal seasonal change, especially in certain types, and usually green up again in spring. Yellowing can also signal stress from sun, frost, wind, or ...

Pruning and shearing aren't interchangeable. They're two very different gardening techniques that are used in specific circumstances and have dedicated tools.

What: Buxus sempervirens ‘Suffruticosa,’ commonly known as edging boxwood, is indispensable for hedging and is the shrub of choice for the formal garden. It makes one of the best low, small hedges for ...