| PLANT AT A GLANCE Scientific name: Buxus sp & cvs Common name: Boxwood or box Origin: Boxes are native to many countries... |
| Formal Most people know that boxwood is commonly used to create those amazing classical European garden elements like topiary... |
| Framing These next few gardens show Buxus being used for more traditional and classically styled gardens. Some people find... |
| Geometric I love the way this grid pattern sits so comfortably in front of the building. The proportions are perfect, and... |
| A box in a box Why not have a bit of fun with your Buxus and shape them into boxes? They look interesting in this contemporary... |
| Parallel lines If straight lines are your thing, try using Buxus for edging your paths, forming a miniature maze or even... |
| TIP: Never hide your clippings under the hedge or you will encourage poor circulation and fungal problems, which may lead... |
| Enticing shapes Bring out your inner Miss Muffet. These fat, squashed tuffet shapes are visually tantalising. Although probably... |
| Have a ball Buxus lends itself perfectly to being transformed into ball shapes. In the garden to the left, the Buxus balls... |
| TIP: When trimming your boxwood shrubs, try to place a drop sheet down to help with a quick cleanup. This is especially important... |
| Visual feast This garden is all about shapes. At every turn there are interesting combinations of shapes that stimulate the... |
| A potted garden When space is limited, you may only have the option to use pots to create your little patch of green. Buxus... |
| Whatever your style, the common box can be used to compliment your garden. Here a Buxus has been carefully transformed into... |
| The low box hedge shown in this garden has been used to ‘ground’ the open sitting area. Although sunken, the surrounding... |
| Greening up These tiny clipped step hedges are used to break up the open paved area and create a nice cascading look that... |
