Japanese box 'Faulkner' (Buxus microphylla 'Faulkner')

Japanese box 'Faulkner'

Also known as: Littleleaf boxwood 'Faulkner', Creole box 'Faulkner'

Japanese box 'Faulkner' is a versatile and popular evergreen shrub. It is known for its glossy, dark green leaves and compact growth habit. In traditional Japanese gardens, it is used for topiary and hedging. The wood of Buxus microphylla is commonly used in Japan and China for woodblocks and small carvings.

Scientific classification

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

Spring

Bloom Time

1.8 m

Plant Height

1.5 m

Spread

Yellow, Green

Leaf Color

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Japanese box 'Faulkner'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Japanese box 'Faulkner' prefers evenly damp soil similar to its native habitat and demonstrates moderate drought tolerance. Weekly watering is essential for maintaining moisture balance, especially as an evergreen that requires consistent hydration year-round, particularly in cooler months when indoor heating lowers humidity.

Fertilize: Japanese box 'Faulkner' produces small flowers and requires minimal fertilization, needing it only two or three times during vigorous growth. Apply fully decomposed organic fertilizer in conjunction with watering, but avoid over-fertilization.

Pruning: Japanese box 'Faulkner' features small, dense foliage suited for hedging and topiary. Prune during dormancy in early to late winter to maintain shape and stimulate growth. Regular light pruning improves air circulation, health, and aesthetic appeal, while removing dead or diseased wood is crucial for vitality.

Propagation: Japanese box 'Faulkner' propagation is best achieved through softwood cuttings from new growth, using a well-drained soil mix and consistent moisture. Employing rooting hormone and maintaining humidity with a plastic cover aids root development. Patience is essential, as rooting may take several weeks.

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