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English Box Buxus Sempervirens
English Box Buxus Sempervirens
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English Box hedging, also known as "Common Box" is always one of the most popular choice for low style hedging and shaped garden borders. Looking for an instant effect and not keen on waiting for them to grow? Our advanced sizes can assist you with that. Perfect for filling gaps within existing designs or for creating an instant dramatic effect.
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Common Name: English Box / Common Box
- Botanical Name: Buxus sempervirens
- Mature Height: 1.5 meters
- Mature Width: 1 meter
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Form/Habit: Upright, compact, shrub
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Uses: Garden borders, planters, garden definition
- Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
- Foliage: Dark green foliage
- Planter suitability: Yes, allow room for growth, well draining
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Tolerance: Moderate, requires water during summer
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Soil: Well draining soil, well fertalised soil
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Growth Rate: Slow - Medium, encourage growth with fertaliser
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Sun: Full sun – prefers open sunny position,
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Maintenance: Medium - depending on style of hedging
Commonly Asked Questions:
How do I care for my English Box? Several small prunes a year will keep English Box looking in a neat shape if you are using it for a formal hedge. Use sharp sheers and keep standing back to get a better view of the shape you are creating. Using a ruler / height guide is an easy way to achieve a constant height. Water and fertalise the plant well after a prune. Using a quality product such as Top Buxus is a great way to keep your English Box in good health. Alternate between slow and quick release fertalizer.
How far apart should I plant English Box? If you are looking to create a hedge, planting around 3-5 plants per meter would be ample. This number is also determined by how mature the plants are that you are selecting. Plants can also be "double" planted by staggering your planting, to create a thicker hedge or for a shaped garden bed.
Spacing Guideline
Planting 14cm pots - consider 5 per meter
Planting 20cm pots - consider 4-5 per meter
Planting 25cm pots - consider 3-4 per meter
Planting 30cm pots - consider 3 per meter
Planting 40cm pots - consider 2 per meter
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FAQ'S
How Does Delivery Work?
Orders are usually delivered within a couple of days after orders are received, with busy days or peak seasons (e.g Spring), sometimes taking a few additional days for delivery.
Once your order is ready for shipment we will contact you prior to advise on your estimated delivery day and time.
On your delivery day our driver will call you half an hour prior to delivery.
For most deliveries, the plants will be placed in the front garden in a safe and secure location. For advanced-size plants, we will arrange for curb-side delivery.
Please note that unfortunately drivers will not enter into apartment buildings. For additional delivery information please contact us on orders@impressiveplants.com
Can I See The Plants In Person?
Our plants cannot be viewed in person, as we minimise our costs by not having a physical retail shop.
That’s how Impressive Plants offers the highest quality, mature plants, at great prices.
How Much Does Delivery Cost?
We offer reliable delivery services with a standard charge of $77 for Metro Melbourne.
For advanced plants in 100L pot sizes, delivery is $149.
Trade projects, regional, and interstate deliveries are individually quoted, and we’re happy to provide a custom price based on your specific requirements.
Can I Place An Order If I Am Located Regionally Or Interstate?
Yes you can.
We are also able to arrange deliveries to NSW and South Australia.
Your delivery will arrive via a professional plant transportation company.
Please note if you are ordering plants outside Victoria, first check with your states horticultural guidelines as not all plants are able to be supplied interstate.
Your plants will arrive with one of our partnered interstate delivery companies. Impressive Plants does not place any mark up on Interstate orders, the price is purely cost only. Prices for interstate orders start from $250.
How Long Will It Take For My Order To Arrive?
Generally orders are delivered within a few days. We will inform you which day your plants will arrive.
The day prior to your delivery we will let you know an approximate time of delivery.
On the day, the driver will call you half an hour prior to delivery.
How Will My Plants Be Delivered?
For most deliveries, plants are placed in the front garden, in a safe and secure location. For advanced and oversized plants, curb side delivery is provided.
Please note that due to insurance purposes our drivers unfortunately can not enter into apartment buildings.
Will My Plants Arrive In One Delivery?
We do our best to ensure most orders arrive together in one delivery. However, if you’ve ordered a specialty item such as a Japanese Maple, it may be sent separately from one of our trusted specialty growers. This allows us to source the finest plants from the best growers for you. If your order is arriving in separate deliveries, our team will be in touch to let you know.
How Do I Pay For My Order?
You can purchase directly online via checkout. Payment methods include credit card and Pay Pal. If your order is a custom order (Trade, Regional or Interstate) you will receive an invoice which can be paid via transfer or Pay Pal.
Will My Plants Look Like The Photos?
Yes, our photos are regularly updated to reflect the current availability of plants, their heights, sizes, and prices. If you require additional photos or confirmation of plant heights, we are always available to provide you with the information you need to make a confident purchase.
Please understand if your are purchasing a deciduous plant, the photos will show plants with their foliage.
Looking For A Nursery Near Me?
While our office is located in the heart of Melbourne in Hawthorn, many of our customers are looking for a nursery nearby. Impressive Plants is an online nursery. We are able to delivery plants throughout Metro Melbourne suburbs, as well as Regional Victoria.