Shrubs

Buxus x 'Green Velvet'

Green Velvet boxwood

Green Velvet boxwood. Representative plant

Deep green foliage forms a slow-growing, rounded shrub for low hedges and foundation beds. Its soft-looking outline provides a useful contrast to flowering perennials. It can be left natural or lightly shaped, with shelter from drying winter winds helping its foliage stay attractive.

At a glance

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

Sizes & prices

24"Green Velvet Boxwood$74.99
30"Green Velvet Boxwood$74.99

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.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees

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

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Evergreen.

Growing & care

Pruning: Shape after the last spring frost; thin crowded branches to improve air circulation.
Winter care: Shelter from drying winds; mulch without piling mulch against stems.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Clemson Cooperative Extension

Photo: Derek Ramsey (Ram-Man) · CC BY-SA 3.0

Image notes: Green Velvet boxwood. Representative plant; resized and re-encoded, not cropped.

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