Buxus sempervirens is slow-growing hedge plant, but extremely manageable in terms of upkeep and it can be easily trimmed and maintained to keep the desired shape. People also prefer to buy box hedging because it provides a stunning, green privacy screen if grown to height. With box hedging being so versatile and embracing a magnificent appearance, this species has a universal appeal in both urban and large formal garden situations. It’s a fantastic shrub for creating hedge borders, partitions, mazes and pathways. Buxus sempervirens has a multitude of possible combinations for shape, height and use.Whilst this evergreen shrub is slow growing it can grow to 5m or more, compact in habit, with small, glossy oval or oblong leaves, and small, yellowish flowers in the leaf axilsPicture image for display purposes only. Sold in a 25 litre pot.