Genus of about 70 species of evergreen shrubs and trees found in habitats ranging from rocky hills to woodland in Europe, Asia, Africa and Central America. Buxus (Common Box) is a popular shrub outdoors, and can be used as a house plant. These shrubs can be clipped and trained at any time of the year. Contact with sap may irritate skin.
Warmth in summer - cool in winter. As much light as possible. Shade from hot sun.
Keep compost moist at all times - reduce watering in winter. Mist leaves frequently.
Take semi-ripe stem cuttings in spring and summer. Sow seed in containers an a cold frame in autumn. Graft in winter.
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