Live Boxwood Topiary Care

Measurements are made from the soil line to the top of the plant.

Live boxwood topiary care.

Boxwood blight is a serious problem in many states. See below for more information and planting alternatives. Be careful not to trim too much. Treat with organic neem oilor insecticidal spray.

In november take cutting off tips of boxwood about 4 long place in a tray of dense soil or sand. When received the plant may be grown in the ground or a pot. To prevent wintertime boxwood bronzing keep your topiary out of wind topdress potted boxwood with an inch of organic mulch in the springtime to provide nutrients and maintain soil ph of 6 5 to 7 2 by adding lime when a soil test indicates the potting soil is too acidic a condition which can occur when ground pine bark or other acidic mulch is used. The container size should allow at least 3 4 inches all around inside for root growth.

Trim the topiary as often as necessary throughout the growing season of may through september to maintain its shape. When you stick your finger in the soil it should feel moist less than 1 inch from the top. Do try to root your own boxwood cuttings. Don t let the soil get completely dry.

Late cutting will make new shoots vulnerable to the first frosts of winter. Water the boxwood when the soil feels slightly moist. True boxwood enthusiasts pluck their boxwood. Planting and care instructions are included with each order.

It can take years for a topiary tree to replace foliage lost in one bad cut. Not available as topiary. Topiary may require more clipping. They can also be susceptible to powdery mildew pythium root rot canker and leaf spots.

Be prepared when you receive your live plant.