Chinese Boxwood Buxus microphylla 100 Seeds

Buxus microphylla var. sinica, commonly known as Chinese boxwood, is a variety of boxwood native to China and Korea. It's a compact evergreen shrub with small, glossy, dark green leaves. Chinese boxwood is often cultivated for its dense foliage and ability to be pruned into various shapes, making it popular for use in hedges, topiaries, and formal gardens. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate partial shade to full sun. This variety is known for its resilience and adaptability to different growing conditions. Hardy in zones 6-9.

Growing Instructions for the Chinese Boxwood

The seeds have a period of dormancy. They can be planted outdoors in the fall or winter for spring germination or they can be cold stratified to simulate winter conditions and to break their dormancy at any time of the year. 1. Scarify the seeds by nicking or sanding the seed coat. The seeds can be sanded with sandpaper, a nail file or an emery board. 2. Soak the seed in water for several hours. 3. Place the seeds in a plastic bag and seal it. Store the bag in a refrigerator for 4-6 weeks. 4. The seeds like moist, well-drained soil. Prepare a mixture of half potting soil and half sand, perlite or vermiculite. Put the soil in a pot. Water the mixture so that it is moist but not wet. 5. Sow the seeds on the soil and cover them with a thin layer of soil. 6. Water the container and leave it to drain. 7. The seedlings can be transplanted when they are a few inches tall.