Boxwood

Scientific Name: Buxus microphylla

Category: Trees and Shrubs

Description:

The boxwood is a common evergreen shrub in the home landscape. Boxwoods can be identified by their glossy, oppositely arranged leaves. Individual leaves are often oval shaped, though in some varieties they are more diamond shaped. These shrubs can be sheared into a variety of shapes to match any landscape.

Boxwoods in the landscape

Boxwood twigs