Buxus sempervirens 'Herman von Schrenk'

'Herman von Schrenk Boxwood

Buxus sempervirens ‘Herman von Schrenk’ — commonly known as Herman von Schrenk Boxwood — is a dense, upright evergreen shrub valued for its excellent winter color, strong structure, and reliability in colder climates. It has long been favored in institutional and historic landscapes for its durability and classic boxwood appearance.

Key features
Width / spread: 3–4 ft
Height: 6–8 ft (slow-growing; size increases gradually with age)
Foliage: Dark green, glossy, evergreen; good winter color
Form: Upright, dense, narrowly pyramidal to oval
Life cycle: Evergreen shrub

Growing conditions
Sun: Full sun to part shade (afternoon shade beneficial in hot climates)
Soil: Well-drained; adaptable, prefers neutral to slightly alkaline soils
Water: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred
Hardiness:



Zone Low: 5a



Zone High: 8b



Landscape use
Formal hedges and screens
Foundation plantings
Evergreen structure in mixed borders
Institutional and historic landscapes
Background shrub in formal gardens

Notes


Noted for excellent cold tolerance and winter color among Buxus sempervirens cultivars



Responds well to shearing and shaping



Slower growth rate makes it easier to maintain precise forms



Deer resistant



Mulch to protect shallow roots and moderate soil moisture

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Evergreen Shrub

Height

6-8'

Width

3-4'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Foundation, Mass Planting

Shape

Broad Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No