Proven Winners? NewGen Freedom? Boxwood - Buxus

Proven Winners® NewGen Freedom® Boxwood (Buxus)

The NewGen Freedom® Boxwood is a premium evergreen shrub that delivers rich, lustrous foliage in a naturally tidy mounded form. This compact specimen combines disease and pest resistance with exceptional durability, making it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance ornamental. Buy NewGen Freedom® Boxwood online to transform your landscape with year-round color and reliable performance.

Landscaping Uses

This versatile shrub excels in formal hedge installations, container gardens, and as a striking focal point in mixed borders. Its compact, naturally rounded silhouette works beautifully as a specimen plant or massed for structural definition. The lustrous foliage provides an elegant backdrop throughout all seasons, making it perfect for framing entryways, anchoring foundation plantings, or creating refined garden borders.

Specifications

Height: 3–4 feet
Width: 3–4 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to vigorous
Sun: Partial sun (4–6 hours daily)
Water: Moderate; deep watering during establishment
Soil: Well-draining
USDA Zones: 5–9

Why Homeowners Love It

• Dense, glossy foliage maintains rich green color throughout the year
• Natural rounded form requires minimal shaping and pruning
• Proven resistance to common boxwood diseases and pests
• Exceptionally drought-tolerant once established, reducing watering needs

Planting & Care

Select a location with partial sunlight and well-draining soil, providing afternoon shade in hot climates. Dig a planting hole equal in depth to the root ball and twice as wide, then backfill while watering gently to eliminate air gaps. Apply 2–3 inches of mulch around the base to conserve moisture. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season; once established, weekly watering during drought periods will sustain healthy growth. Perform annual pruning in late winter to early spring to maintain a compact, well-formed appearance.