{"product_id":"sprinter-boxwood-shrub","title":"Proven Winners? Sprinter? Boxwood Shrub - Buxus","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProven Winners® Sprinter® Boxwood Shrub (Buxus)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sprinter® Boxwood is a premium evergreen shrub engineered to establish quickly while maintaining the refined appearance of a professionally landscaped garden. This improved cultivar outpaces standard boxwoods in growth speed without compromising its dense, neatly-textured foliage, making it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking faster results. Buy Sprinter® Boxwood online and enjoy a low-maintenance shrub that resists deer damage and adapts beautifully to most landscape settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis upright boxwood works exceptionally well as a hedge, foundation planting, or specimen shrub in mixed borders. Use it to create formal screens, define garden beds, or soften hardscape edges. It pairs beautifully with other shade-tolerant perennials and complements both traditional and contemporary home designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 3–4 feet at maturity\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 2–3 feet at maturity\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003cbr\u003eSun: 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily (tolerates afternoon shade)\u003cbr\u003eWater: Regular watering during the first year; moderate thereafter\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-drained, fertile soil\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Grows substantially faster than traditional boxwood varieties\u003cbr\u003e• Maintains a compact, polished appearance without excessive pruning\u003cbr\u003e• Naturally resistant to deer browsing\u003cbr\u003e• Thrives with minimal care once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your Sprinter® Boxwood in a location receiving at least six hours of sunlight daily, though it tolerates afternoon shade. Dig a hole matching the depth of the root ball, position the shrub, and backfill with native soil in an area with good drainage—avoid planting near downspouts or in waterlogged spots. Water consistently throughout the first growing season, checking soil moisture regularly and watering when the top inch feels dry. In spring, perform a soil test and apply fertilizer if recommended, watching for vibrant new growth as an indicator of active development. Once established, this shrub requires minimal intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 Quart","offer_id":45814338879674,"sku":"20531","price":74.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/sprinter-boxwood-shrub.jpg?v=1777510072","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/sprinter-boxwood-shrub","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}