Shrubs

Buxus x 'HER2009B01'

Renaissance™ Better Boxwood®

Renaissance™ Better Boxwood®, Buxus hybrid 'HER2009B01' PP32,274. Photo: Concept Plants BV®; web-format conversion. Breeder production reference, not Reminiscent stock or available pot sizes.

A low, dense boxwood bred for improved disease resistance and year-round foliage color. Its small size is useful for edging, knot gardens and containers. Slow growth helps it hold a neat outline with less trimming than larger, more vigorous selections.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade; morning sun preferred
Mature size: 1–2 ft. tall × 1–2 ft. wide
Water: Even moisture; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 5–9

Sizes & prices

#2Boxwood BetterBoxwood Renaissance$42.99

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: Lightly shape in late winter or early spring if needed.
Winter care: Shelter from drying winds; mulch without piling mulch against stems.

Sources & photo credits

Concept Plants

Clemson Cooperative Extension

Better Boxwood

Photo: Renaissance™ Better Boxwood®, photo: Concept Plants BV®; web-format conversion. · Concept Plants credited photo-use grant; publication notification requested

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