Boxwoods need regular trimming and pruning to let in light, prevent fungus, and keep shrubs healthy. Best times to trim are mid-spring and late summer—avoid pruning in fall or winter. Style options ...
The boxwood blight that has been discovered in Chesterfield County has gardeners closely monitoring historical shrubs. The discovery in the county marks a major advance for the fungal pathogen, which ...
There are five invasive diseases that Michigan wants the public to be aware of. (DNR, USDA Forest Service, MDARD, Bugwood.org, OSU Extension) There are five invasive diseases that Michigan residents ...
Think “boxwood” and you probably conjure up images of Colonial gardens and intricate hedges. Boxwoods (Buxus spp.) are among the oldest nonnative plants grown in America but, fortunately, are not ...
Q: I heard about a new boxwood problem in our area. What should I be looking for? Box tree moth (BTM), an insect native to eastern Asia that feeds on boxwood in its caterpillar stage, was first ...
Q: I’m taking out a boxwood hedge due to recurring insect and disease issues. What can I plant in their place that has a similar look? A: Although every plant has potential pest or disease issues, ...