Scientific Name: Buxus sinica var. insularis ‘RLH-BI’ PP 24,443

Common Name: NewGen Liberty Belle™ Korean Boxwood

Garden Size: 1.5 feet tall by 3 feet wide in 15 years (if left in natural form)

Growth Rate: Slow to Moderately; up to 1-2 inches per year under ideal conditions

USDA Zone: 5b-8

Exposure: Full Sun to Full Shade

Water & Soil: Prefers well-drained soil and has average water requirements. Does not tolerate wet feet.

Habit (Form): Low, Spreading, Billowing

Foliage: Evergreen; Green. Leaves may bronze in the winter.

Bloom Time: n/a (inconspicuous)

Bloom Color: n/a

Plant Origin: China and Taiwan

Wildlife Support: None; Deer Resistant

Fertilizing: Apply an acidic plant fertilizer in spring and in fall.

Pruning: As needed in late spring or early fall.

ASPCA Toxicity flags: Toxic to dogs, Toxic to cats, Toxic horses

Uses: Foundation Plantings, Hedges, Topiaries

Notes: Cleaning pruning tools before and after use on each plant is strongly recommended to reduce the spread of pathogens.