Columnar Boxwood 'Fastigiata' – Buxus sempervirens

The Columnar Boxwood 'Fastigiata' is a popular variety of Buxus sempervirens (boxwood), primarily used for shaping hedges and decorative frames. Its description is as follows:

General Characteristics:
Plant Name: Buxus sempervirens 'Fastigiata'
Shape: Columnar, strictly growing, gently curved shrub
Height: Usually grows to 2–4 meters tall, but can vary depending on shaping and care
Width: Narrow, column-shaped, typically only a few centimeters wide
Leaves and Flowers:
Leaves: Small, dark green, oval or elliptical, narrower and elongated in shape
Flowers: Blooms in spring with small, greenish-yellow flowers, but generally not highly decorative
Maintenance and Growth:
Growth Rate: Moderate, easily shaped for trimming
Care: Easily cut, frost-resistant in winter, tolerates pruning and fertilization well
Uses:
Primarily used as a narrow, tall hedge or as an ornamental plant
Shapeable, requiring regular trimming to maintain its form
This variety is especially favored in elegant, well-maintained gardens where the columnar shape provides a clean and modern appearance.