Boxwood Golden Dream

Boxwood Golden Dream

Boxwood Golden Dream (Buxus microphylla ‘Golden Dream’) is a compact evergreen shrub celebrated for its striking variegated foliage. Each small, glossy green leaf is edged with bright golden-yellow margins that bring a vibrant splash of color to the garden year-round. With its dense, mounded growth habit, this variety adds structure, elegance, and contrast to borders, foundations, and formal plantings.

This shrub’s slow to moderate growth makes it easy to maintain and shape. It can remain in its natural, rounded form or be neatly clipped as a hedge. Unlike some boxwood varieties, Golden Dream stands out for its colorful foliage, which holds its variegation throughout the seasons, providing visual interest even in winter. It is particularly valued for its adaptability and versatility in both modern and traditional landscapes.

Ideal for use in garden borders, low hedges, or as a colorful accent plant, Boxwood Golden Dream also performs well in containers where its bright foliage can be appreciated up close. Its year-round durability and tolerance to pruning make it a reliable and eye-catching addition to gardens of all sizes.

Care Instructions:

Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; best foliage color develops with at least 4–6 hours of sun daily.
Soil Needs: Prefers loamy, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment; once established, water deeply during dry spells.
Fertilizing: Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer formulated for shrubs.
Pruning: Prune in late spring to early summer to shape; can be clipped regularly for hedges or topiary.