LJ Nursery
Japanese Boxwood – Buxus microphylla japonica – Evergreen Shrub Plant
$16.50
Unit price perEstimated delivery between July 31 and August 02.
In stock - Ready to be shipped
Best for: Florida landscapes, patios, borders, and containers
- Difficulty
- Beginner-friendly landscape plant
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
- Pot size
- 1 gallon, 3 gallon
Florida-grown by L&J Nursery. Father-and-son growers since 2008.
- Ships across 49 states
- Healthy Arrival Guarantee
- Weather holds protect live plants
Live landscape plant packed for parcel shipping when size allows
Shipping rates and live plant guarantee
Shipping is based on total cart weight, not a separate full shipping charge per plant.
| 0-1 lb | $5 |
|---|---|
| 1-5 lb | $15 |
| 5-10 lb | $20 |
| 10+ lb | $30 |
Open your package promptly. If there is significant shipping damage, contact us within 48 hours with photos so we can review and help.
The Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla japonica) is a classic evergreen shrub prized for its dense, glossy green foliage and compact growth habit. A landscape favorite, it’s perfect for hedges, borders, foundation plantings, or formal garden designs.
This variety of boxwood is especially valued for its tolerance to heat and humidity, making it a top choice for southern gardens. It responds well to pruning and shaping, making it an excellent option for topiary work, low hedges, or neat borders. With year-round greenery and minimal care needs, the Japanese Boxwood is a versatile, low-maintenance plant that brings timeless structure to any landscape.
Care Instructions:
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Light: Full sun to partial shade.
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Water: Moderate water needs; water regularly until established.
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Soil: Prefers well-draining soil, slightly acidic to neutral.
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Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
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Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub; grows 4–6 feet tall and wide, responds well to trimming.
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Hardiness: USDA zones 6–9; heat- and drought-tolerant once established.
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Pet Safety: ⚠️ Leaves are mildly toxic if ingested; keep away from pets and children.
👉 Add the Japanese Boxwood to your garden for a hardy evergreen shrub that provides year-round beauty and structure.
Japanese Boxwood Care and Product Details
- Scientific name: Buxus microphylla japonica
- Plant type: Shrub
- Available size: 1 gallon, 3 gallon
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water: Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly landscape plant
- Growth habit: Evergreen landscape shrub
- Best for: Florida landscapes, patios, borders, and containers
- Shipping: Live landscape plant packed for parcel shipping when size allows
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Japanese Boxwood FAQs
Is Japanese Boxwood beginner-friendly?
Japanese Boxwood is best for florida landscapes, patios, borders, and containers. Follow the light and watering guidance closely after shipping while the plant acclimates.
How much light does Japanese Boxwood need?
Japanese Boxwood (Buxus microphylla japonica) performs best with full sun to partial shade. Move plants gradually when changing light levels.
How often should I water Japanese Boxwood?
Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
Does Japanese Boxwood ship as a live plant?
Yes. L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully and may hold shipments briefly during severe weather to protect plant health.
Care reference: NC State Extension Plant Toolbox - horticultural plant profiles. Plant care can vary by season, pot size, and growing conditions.
Review the product description for species-specific light, watering, and placement notes. Most live plants do best with bright appropriate light, consistent watering, and protection from extreme temperatures after delivery.
L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully for shipment. Open your package promptly, check soil moisture, and acclimate the plant gradually to its new home. Some plants may be restricted by state agricultural rules.
Use the product title, photos, description, and collection links to confirm the plant type, pot size, and best use. If a listing does not answer a care or shipping question, contact L&J Nursery before ordering.
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Watering
Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
Scientific Name
Buxus microphylla japonica
Indoor or Outdoor
Outdoor - Shade
Light
Prefer shade over direct sun
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