There are many ways to use boxwood for backyard privacy, but a fence is the simplest.With the right conditions, these shrubs can grow much taller than the average fence, reaching heights of 15 to ...

Question: My boxwood hedge has some dead plants, and others are turning yellow-brown. Is this a disease I should be spraying for? Answer: Many boxwoods in the area are still suffering from the ...

The OregonianA boxwood hedge makes a delightful frame. We writers go on and on about the wonderful plants of winter: witch hazel, winter jasmine, sasanqua camellia, Christmas rose and so on. But ...

Boxwood is considered by some to be the oldest ornamental plant. It was the hedge plant preferred by the Moors in harem gardens and was a favorite of the ancient Greeks. Unfortunately, a neglected ...

Q: I’m taking out a boxwood hedge due to recurring insect and disease issues. What can I plant in their place that has a similar look? A: Although every plant has potential pest or disease ...

Boxwood hedges do not like to get their "feet" wet. Try planting yaupon holly, a native dwarf, as an alternative in areas with poor drainage. (Photo by Adrian Higgins for Washington Post) QUESTION ...

The closer spacing, within reason, helps provide quicker results. A spacing of 3 to 5 feet is fairly typical, but small hedges, like a clipped boxwood or a dwarf yaupon hedge 2 feet tall, ...

Selecting Shrubs for hedges should be healthy and uniform. When selecting plants for a hedge, consider the area’s location, exposure, space for growth and desired landscape effect. Shrubs suc… ...

For those planting a boxwood hedge, I recommend buying boxwood in gallon-sized pots in order to keep costs down. Plant at 12-inch spacing. Several cultivars of boxwood are available.