Boxwood plant
Boxwood (Buxus spp.) is a shrub that grows 1-20 ft tall, hardy in USDA Zones 4-9, prefers well-drained soil, part shade to full sun, medium moisture, not edible, and not medicinal.
Habit
Shrub
Height
1-3m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained loamy
Shade
Part shade to full sun
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Europe
Climatic Condition
Temperate
Temperature (°)
15-25°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Mulch, compost
Fertilizers
10:6:4 NPK
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
N/A
Flowering Time
Spring to summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
Low
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental use
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
20-30 years
Health Benefits
Stress relief properties
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% loamy soil, 30% compost, 30% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Boxwood Blight, Volutella Blight, Root Rot, Leafminer, Canker
Leaf spots, defoliation, stem lesions, Leaf spots, twig dieback ,Yellowing leaves, wilting, Blistered leaves, leaf drop, Branch dieback, sunken lesions
Remove infected plant debris, improve air circulation, Prune and dispose of infected parts, Improve soil drainage, avoid overwatering, Prune and destroy infested leaves, neem oil ,Prune and dispose of affected branches
Fungicides with chlorothalonil or fludioxonil, Fungicides with thiophanate-methyl, Fungicides with mefenoxam, Systemic insecticides (imidacloprid), Fungicides with thiophanate-methyl
HEALTH BENEFITS
Medicinal Properties
1. Anti-inflammatory: Boxwood contains compounds that have anti-inflammatory properties, which may help reduce swelling and pain.
2. Antimicrobial: The plant has been shown to exhibit antimicrobial activity, which can help prevent the growth of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms.
3. Antioxidant: Boxwood contains antioxidants that can help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Traditional Medicine
1. Digestive issues: In traditional medicine, Boxwood has been used to treat digestive issues such as constipation, diarrhea, and stomach ulcers.
2. Respiratory problems: The plant has been used to treat respiratory problems such as bronchitis, asthma, and coughs.
3. Skin conditions: Boxwood has been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, acne, and dermatitis.