We're offering you a Premium Topiary Buxus Balls + Patio Pot for £22.99, saving you up to 43% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £39.99 (correct as of 16.09.2025).

Elegant Entrance: Perfect for framing doorways, gates, and paths with timeless style.

Buxus sempervirens, also known as Common Box, is a classic evergreen shrub prized for its dense foliage and elegant form. Used for centuries in formal gardens and topiary designs, this slow-growing plant is ideal for shaping into neat spheres or creative shapes. Its compact size and rich green leaves bring year-round structure and sophistication to any outdoor space.

Why Choose Buxus Topiary Balls?

• Year-Round Appeal: Evergreen leaves keep their colour through every season.
• Easy Care: Buxus requires minimal pruning—just a light trim once or twice a year keeps it looking perfect.
• Flexible Growth: Left unpruned, these shrubs can reach up to 3 metres (9ft), but regular trimming maintains a tidy ball shape.
• Versatile Display: Looks stunning flanking doorways, lining pathways, or as a patio centrepiece.

Growing Guide

• Position: Plant in sun or partial shade—Buxus thrives in both.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with neutral to alkaline pH.
• Watering: Keep moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly during dry spells, especially when newly planted.
• Hardiness: Hardy throughout the UK (RHS H6/USDA Zone 6-8).
• Feeding: Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring for best results.

Planting & Care Tips

• Buxus can be planted at any time of year if the ground isn’t frozen or waterlogged.
• Prune lightly in late spring or summer to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
• Avoid trimming during hot, dry spells to prevent leaf scorch.
• If using the supplied patio planter, ensure good drainage by checking the pre-drilled holes before planting.

Add Instant Style with the Optional Patio Pot

• The included square planter features a modern gold-black brushed-metal effect and is made from durable polypropylene plastic—weatherproof and lightweight for easy placement on patios or balconies.
• Its compact dimensions (height 23cm x width 22cm x depth 22cm) make it suitable for most small shrubs and flowering plants too.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant Buxus sempervirens?
  The best time is autumn or spring, but you can plant at any time if the soil isn’t frozen or waterlogged.
• How fast does Buxus grow?
  Buxus is slow-growing—expect around 10-15cm (4-6 inches) of growth per year under good conditions.
• What type of soil does Buxus prefer?
  Buxus thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral to alkaline pH. Avoid very acidic soils or waterlogged areas.