{"product_id":"buxus-sempervirens-topiary-ball-17cm-pot","title":"Buxus sempervirens Topiary Ball | 20cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuxus sempervirens\u003c\/strong\u003e, or Common Box, is the classic evergreen used for traditional topiary. Clipped into a neat rounded ball, its dense mass of small, glossy green leaves brings instant structure to a doorstep, patio, balcony or garden and stays green throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied in a \u003cstrong\u003e17cm diameter nursery pot\u003c\/strong\u003e at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e35cm overall height\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a clipped ball measuring around \u003cstrong\u003e20cm across\u003c\/strong\u003e, this compact topiary is easy to position while still creating plenty of impact. Display one on its own, use a matching pair to frame an entrance, or combine several to introduce repetition and structure to an outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePosition \u0026amp; Light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuxus sempervirens is a versatile outdoor plant that grows well in \u003cstrong\u003esun or partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. A position with some shelter from strong drying winds and intense afternoon sunshine will help keep the foliage looking its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is fully hardy across the UK and can remain outdoors throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the compost \u003cstrong\u003eevenly moist but never waterlogged\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plants growing in containers need more regular watering than those planted in the ground, particularly during warm, dry or windy weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the compost regularly during summer and water thoroughly whenever the upper layer begins to dry. Continue to check container-grown plants during winter too, particularly if they are positioned beneath an overhang where rainfall may not reach the compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed container-grown box during spring and summer with a balanced slow-release or liquid fertiliser to support healthy, dense green growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants growing in the ground generally need less feeding, although an annual spring mulch and general-purpose fertiliser can be beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Maintaining the Shape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Buxus arrives already clipped into its rounded topiary shape. To keep it looking neat, lightly trim fresh growth during summer using clean, sharp topiary shears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne main trim each year is usually enough for a compact ball like this, although a second light tidy can be carried out later in summer if needed. Avoid pruning during very hot, bright weather, when freshly exposed foliage may scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing in a Container\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuxus is particularly well suited to growing in pots. For display, the 17cm nursery pot can simply be placed inside a slightly larger decorative outdoor planter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor long-term growth, eventually move the plant into a larger container with drainage holes using a \u003cstrong\u003eloam-based, free-draining compost\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid leaving the roots permanently wet and make sure excess water can escape freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting in the Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis topiary can also be planted directly into the ground. Choose reasonably well-drained soil and plant at approximately the same depth as it was growing in its nursery pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season while the roots establish. Once settled, box is a long-lived evergreen that can be maintained in its clipped form for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBox Blight \u0026amp; Box Tree Caterpillar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Buxus, Common Box can be affected by \u003cstrong\u003ebox blight and box tree caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e. Check the foliage occasionally for unusual browning, bare patches, webbing or caterpillar damage so that any problem can be identified early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood airflow, sensible watering and avoiding repeatedly wetting the foliage will help keep container-grown plants healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic evergreen topiary with year-round structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeatly clipped into an approx. 20cm rounded ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact size for doorsteps, patios and balconies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooks particularly effective displayed as a matching pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for containers or planting directly into the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHappy in sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully hardy across the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for UK-wide delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePet \u0026amp; Child Safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuxus sempervirens is \u003cstrong\u003eharmful if eaten\u003c\/strong\u003e. Keep the plant out of reach of pets and young children and discourage chewing or ingestion. We also recommend washing your hands after pruning or handling cut foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buxus sempervirens\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Common Box \/ Boxwood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buxaceae\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen shrub \/ topiary\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNursery Pot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17cm diameter\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Overall Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 35cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Ball Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 20cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits Decorative Pot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19cm+\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense \/ clipped ball\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sun or partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy in the UK\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoor containers, patios, entrances and garden planting\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUK Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis smaller Buxus topiary is suitable for \u003cstrong\u003eUK-wide delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as collection from our Edinburgh shop and local hand delivery within Edinburgh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As this is a living plant and each topiary is individually grown and clipped, the exact height, width, density and shape will naturally vary slightly. 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