Plant Information

Buxus Gordo

Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Buxus 'Conrowe'

Common Name: Gordo Boxwood

Hardiness Zone: 5a - 10b

Hardiness Degree: -20°F (-28.9°C)

Plant Habit: Mounded, Upright

Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Winter Interest (regional), Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Shade Tolerant

Water: Medium

Fertilize: None or when needed only

Spacing: 36 - 50" (91 - 127cm)

Height: 72 - 36" (183 - 91cm)

Width: 96 - 36" (244 - 91cm)

Exposure: Partial Sun

General Information: The foliage is evergreen and much more rounded and larger than ‘Green Velvet’. Excellent medium green winter color. Excellent as a hedge plant, for foundations, edging situations, and formal gardens. A Buxus branch sport from ‘Green Velvet’. The foliage is much larger than foliage of ‘Green Velvet’. USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 5-9.

 

Grower Information:

Larger leaf texture is appealing.

'Conrowe'

Protection Information: PPAF