Shrubs

Buxus microphylla 'Little Missy'

Little Missy boxwood

Buxus 'Little Missy' PP24,703. Photo courtesy of Star® Roses and Plants, used under its customer promotional photo grant; native photograph extracted from supplier guide and

A small, rounded boxwood with dark green, pointed leaves and a dense framework. Its slow growth suits low hedges, edging and formal beds where a larger shrub would need frequent cutting. The compact silhouette also works as an individual evergreen accent.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade; morning sun preferred
Mature size: Height: 2–3 ft.; slowly · Spread: 2–3 ft.
Water: Even moisture; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 5–8

Sizes & prices

#3Little Missy Boxwood$46.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Resistant; not browse-proof.
Wet soil: Avoid poorly drained or waterlogged ground.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Keep in mind: Not edible; keep clippings away from pets.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Evergreen.

Growing & care

Pruning: Little pruning needed; a light late-winter trim can improve density.
Winter care: Shelter from drying winds; mulch without piling mulch against stems.
Disease and pest resistance: Good boxwood-blight resistance and moderate leafminer resistance; proper care still matters.

Sources & photo credits

Saunders Brothers

Clemson Cooperative Extension

Photo: Buxus 'Little Missy' PP24,703, photo courtesy of Star® Roses and Plants; resized for web. · Star Roses and Plants customer promotional-use photo grant

Image notes: Buxus 'Little Missy' PP24,703. Photo courtesy of Star® Roses and Plants, used under its customer promotional photo grant; native photograph extracted from supplier guide and resized for web.

Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.