Buxus Sempervirens-northern Find

Common Box,

A cold-hardy, compact evergreen boxwood selected specifically for improved winter survival and foliage retention in northern climates. ‘Northern Find’ features small, dark green leaves and a dense branching structure, providing reliable year-round structure where many boxwoods struggle.

Size: 3–4 ft wide × 3–4 ft tall

Zones: 4a–8b
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained soils; adaptable to clay and loam
Water: Moderate; consistent moisture during establishment

Suitable Conditions:



Climate: Excellent performance in cold winters; bred for northern regions



Exposure: Sheltered sites reduce winter burn and desiccation



Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral



Drainage: Essential; avoid wet or poorly drained soils



Spacing: Close spacing for low hedges; wider spacing for individual specimens



Notes:



Shape: Naturally rounded to compact-mounded; maintains form with minimal pruning



Superior cold hardiness compared to many standard boxwoods



Ideal for low hedges, foundations, edging, and formal gardens in northern zones



Low maintenance once established

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Evergreen Tree

Height

6-8'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Slow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Loamy well-drained, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Foundation, Hedge

Shape

Oval/Rounded

Drought tolerant

No