Shrubs

Buxus sempervirens 'Arctic Emerald'

Arctic Emerald boxwood

Common boxwood showing fresh evergreen foliage. The Arctic Emerald cultivar is not identified in this photograph. No machine-readable author provided. MPF assumed (based on copyright claims). / CC BY 2.5.

A tall, dense boxwood with deep green foliage and a narrow, upright outline. Its relatively vigorous growth makes it useful for evergreen screening and formal accents. Give it room to develop its height rather than treating it as a dwarf edging plant.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade; morning sun preferred
Mature size: About 10 ft. tall × About 4 ft. wide
Water: Even moisture; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zone 5 minimum reported

Sizes & prices

#3$49.99

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

Wet soil: Avoid poorly drained or waterlogged ground.

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

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Evergreen.

Growing & care

Pruning: Thin crowded branches and trim only as needed; avoid heavy late-season cutting.
Winter care: Shelter from drying winds; mulch without piling mulch against stems.

Sources & photo credits

Published plant patent

Clemson Cooperative Extension

Photo: No machine-readable author provided. MPF assumed (based on copyright claims). / CC BY 2.5; resized and converted to WebP · CC BY 2.5

Image notes: Common boxwood showing fresh evergreen foliage. The Arctic Emerald cultivar is not identified in this photograph. No machine-readable author provided. MPF assumed (based on copyright claims). / CC BY 2.5. Resized and converted to WebP.

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