Buxus Sempervirens-flora Place

Common Boxwood 'Flora Place'Buxaceae

A compact, dense evergreen boxwood selected for its uniform growth, fine-textured dark green foliage, and strong cold tolerance. ‘Flora Place’ maintains a neat appearance with minimal pruning and is well suited to formal designs where consistent shape and year-round structure are desired.

Size: 3–4 ft wide × 4–5 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: Performs reliably in cold winters and moderate summers



Exposure: Best with protection from harsh winter winds



Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral



Drainage: Essential to prevent root decline



Spacing: Moderate spacing for individual specimens; closer spacing for hedges



Notes:



Shape: Naturally rounded to upright-mounded; easily maintained with light shearing



Good winter color retention with minimal bronzing



Excellent for low hedges, foundations, parterres, and formal garden layouts



Tolerates pruning and shaping very well

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen

Height

5'

Width

5'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Soil

Loamy well-drained

Landscape use

Container, Foundation

Shape

Oval Upright

Drought tolerant

No