Native trees / Small trees / Box
Box (Buxus sempervirens)
Box is a small tree, but often grows as a dense evergreen shrub. It is a very popular garden plant for small hedges
| Latin name | Buxus sempervirens |
|---|---|
| Family name | Box |
| Latin family name | Buxaceae |
| What type of tree is it? | Broadleaf & Evergreen |
| Average height | 6-8m |
| Preferred soil type or environmental conditions? | Naturally occurs on calcareous soils though widely planted. Very shade tolerant |
| Tree lore and folklore | Box sprigs were often given to mourners at funerals to throw onto the coffin once it was lowered into the grave |
You will receive a cell grown sapling, ranging from 20cm-40cm in height
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