Shrubs

Buxus sempervirens 'Graham Blandy'

Graham Blandy columnar boxwood

Photo: Leonora (Ellie) Enking / CC BY-SA 2.0.

A slender column of small evergreen leaves provides height without a wide footprint. Its naturally upright form works as a repeated accent or beside an entrance. Slow growth and dense foliage also make it useful for formal beds and careful shaping.

At a glance

Sun: Part shade to shade
Mature size: 8–13 ft. tall × 18–40 in. wide
Water: Even moisture; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 6–8

Sizes & prices

#5$64.99

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: Lightly trim hedges in summer; preserve the narrow natural outline.
Winter care: Shelter from drying winds; mulch without piling mulch against stems.

Sources & photo credits

Royal Horticultural Society

Clemson Cooperative Extension

ext.vt.edu

Photo: Photo: Leonora (Ellie) Enking / CC BY-SA 2.0 · CC BY-SA 2.0

Image notes: Photo: Leonora (Ellie) Enking / CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and re-encoded, not cropped.

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