Scientific Name: Buxus Hybrid ‘HER2009B03’, PP32275

Common Name: Skylight™ Boxwood

Garden Size: 3–8 feet tall by 3–4 feet wide (if left in natural form)

Growth Rate: Fast

USDA Zone: 5-9

Exposure: Full Shade to Part Shade

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

Habit (Form): Upright, columnar, vigorous

Foliage: Evergreen; mid-green foliage that lightens in spring. Leaves may bronze in the winter.

Bloom Time: n/a (inconspicuous)

Bloom Color: n/a

Plant Origin: Hybrid

Wildlife Support: None; Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

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

Pruning: As needed in late spring or early fall. Avoid pruning before the last spring frost date.

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 strongly recommended to reduce the spread of pathogens.