More commonly known as English Box, Buxus sempervirens is a compact evergreen shrub of small, dark green leathery foliage. An excellent shrub for formal gardens, hedging, topiary and potted in the decorative containers. Plant in a full sun or partly shaded area of the garden in moist well drained soil. Prune regularly to maintain a good shape and compact growth. Buxus sempervirens grows to a height and width of 2m