Create a symmetrical arrangement of low boxwood hedging as the framework for a formal garden. Plant two small to medium-sized specimens in large decorative containers and place on either …

Sep 2, 2025 · Boxwoods are shrubs with small, dense, evergreen leaves that have a versatile and sculptural quality. Coax them into decorative topiaries, shape them into tall, thick hedges that …

Box is native to the UK and has been grown in gardens since Roman times. It has traditionally been used as low formal hedging to edge beds, or as topiary, clipped into a wide range of …

Aug 30, 2024 · Boxwood shrubs (Buxus spp.) are broadleaf evergreens and classic hedge and topiary choices for moderate climates. Learn how to choose and grow them.

Here, Monty Don takes action to rescue his diseased box hedging. Armed with a hedge trimmer, he demonstrates how to cut out the blight-affected growth, explaining how and where to cut, …

Sep 4, 2025 · A box hedge is certainly a thing of beauty, but also quite susceptible to diseases and pests, with some problems necessitating radical measures. Here is an overview of the …

Jun 22, 2023 · Box hedging – or Buxus sempervirens as it’s more formally called — is a native, evergreen plant known for its leafy and rich green appearance. Thanks to the dense, small …

Oct 11, 2024 · Box is a common sight in many British gardens, where it is used for neatly clipped hedging and topiary forms. “Box trees are also great for wildlife, providing winter cover for …

Oct 16, 2025 · Once established, Box survives in dry ground. Box grows slowly and clips very neatly, a perfect choice for a low hedge or living border edging, an ideal subject for topiary.

Nov 20, 2025 · What is a box spread? Box spreads are advanced options strategies that combine one bullish and one bearish spread. This structure—when executed correctly—removes …