Boxwoods (Buxus spp.) are one of the most common shrubs in landscapes throughout Greater Columbus. This deer-resistant, broad-leaved evergreen shrub is typically used in foundation plantings, as a ...

Most types of boxwood shrubs are cultivars of either Buxus sempervirens, also known as common or American boxwood, or Buxus microphylla, better known as Japanese boxwood. Other boxwood varieties are ...

Boxwoods are hardy down to zones 4 or 5, so they're not exactly the most cold-sensitive plants — nonetheless, winter injury ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Many home gardeners choose to plant boxwoods in their yards. Caring for a boxwood shrub isn't rocket science, and these glossy evergreens can ...

Boxwoods have been in recorded history since 4000 B.C. when the Egyptians first used them in formal gardens. They came to North America from Europe and Asia in the mid-1600s. The American Boxwood ...

Boxwood, a popular evergreen shrub we’ve been planting for many years, is suddenly in the crosshairs. This reliable landscape mainstay is under attack from winter burn, a well-known insect, a ...

Evergreen shrubs form the backbone of the winter garden. Discover gorgeous evergreen shrubs that provide color and texture all year long. Learn how to use these plants to keep the garden looking its ...

The boxwood shrub is a common sight on many Midwestern lawns. The boxwood is a preferred choice and popular addition to both residential and commercial landscaping efforts. They are prized for their ...

A disease that attacks boxwood shrubs could potentially become a serious problem in residential and public gardens in Western Oregon. Boxwood blight, which first showed up in nurseries in Oregon in ...

Q: I don’t think I’m imagining it, but there is a subtle rustling sounds coming from my boxwood shrubs. Do I have rodents in there, or are birds foraging under the branches that I’m not seeing? This ...

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — State officials say nearly 25 Indiana stores have pulled their stocks of boxwood shrubs following the discovery of a fungal blight that can kill the plants. The state Department of ...