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Balearic Boxwood (Buxus balearica)

Buxus balearica is a dense evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Balearic Islands and North Africa, featuring glossy, dark green leaves and used for hedging and topiary.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers slightly alkaline conditions.

Temperature

Mild to warm

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Light feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers slightly alkaline conditions.

Temperature

Mild to warm

Prefers 15-25°C, tolerates cooler temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Light feeding

Balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental, Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

2-5 m

Spread

1-3 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

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Synonyms
Buxus haleppica K.Koch
Buxus longifolia Boiss.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderBuxales
  • familyBuxaceae
  • genusBuxus
  • speciesBuxus balearica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

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