{"product_id":"sprinter-boxwood","title":"Sprinter Boxwood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSprinter® Boxwood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBuxus microphylla\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Bulthouse’ | USPP 25,896 | Can 5,282\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your garden the crisp, finished look of a classic evergreen hedge without choosing a shrub that overwhelms the space. Sprinter® Boxwood combines glossy green foliage, a naturally upright habit, and faster growth than many traditional boxwoods. Picture a neat green border framing your walkway, anchoring your foundation beds, or keeping your patio looking polished after summer flowers fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #647d3b; background: #f1f5e9; padding: 16px; margin: 18px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #365027;\"\u003eBest Time to Plant: Spring or Fall\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder February–June or September–November for the strongest start. Summer and winter orders may be held until it's safe to ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #647d3b; background: #f1f5e9; padding: 16px; margin: 18px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #365027;\"\u003eBEST VALUE: Premium 2 Gallon — Landscape Ready\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your evergreen border with a nursery grown specimen in a 2-gallon container. This size gives your planting a more substantial starting presence while you work toward a full, established landscape. Listed shipping height: approximately 8–10 inches; seasonal growth and trimming can affect arrival size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart your evergreen border today. Choose your quantity and add Sprinter® Boxwood to your cart.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #647d3b; background: #f1f5e9; padding: 16px; margin: 18px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #365027;\"\u003eFILL MY BOX \u0026amp; SAVE 15%\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild a coordinated planting with Sprinter® Boxwood and enjoy 15% savings through our Fill My Box offer. This offer features Sprinter® Boxwood only. Check the discount shown at checkout before completing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes This Plant a Good Choice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossy evergreen foliage keeps beds looking intentional through every season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster growth than many traditional boxwoods helps a new hedge fill in sooner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManageable mature size of 2–4 feet tall and wide suits low hedges and foundation beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapts to sun or shade, giving you flexibility across your landscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer resistance and easy maintenance make everyday care more manageable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat This Plant Does For You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrames a walkway with a defined green edge that welcomes you home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrings year-round structure to beds that otherwise look bare in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a calm backdrop that makes colorful perennials stand out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects separate planting areas through repeated evergreen shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds a formal touch to patio containers or a relaxed shape to mixed borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broadleaf evergreen shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 feet tall and 2–4 feet wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 5–9.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sun to shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage and bloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy green foliage; grown for its leaves rather than showy flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average needs; prefers moist, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–48 inches on center, depending on your planting design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low hedges, edging, foundation plantings, and containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring lasting structure to your garden. Add Sprinter® Boxwood to your planting plan today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Features \u0026amp; Solutions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA hedge that gets moving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sprinter’s comparatively fast growth makes it a useful choice when you want a low evergreen hedge to develop without the slower pace of many older boxwood varieties. Actual growth depends on climate, soil, water, and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolished without constant shaping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its upright growth supports a tidy outline. Leave it natural for a softer look or trim lightly in summer for a formal edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Your Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our 2-gallon plant with an approximate shipping height of 8–10 inches. Container size describes the root-growing container, not a guaranteed plant height. Quart and 1-gallon choices are not currently listed as separate size options on this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart Growing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick arrow to learn more:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner: A Simple Start\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a location in sun or shade where water drains away instead of collecting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater the root ball before planting. Dig a hole wider than the root ball and no deeper than its height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the plant with the top of the root ball level with the surrounding soil. Backfill gently and water thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd mulch around the planting area, keeping it away from the stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck soil moisture regularly during establishment. Water when needed to keep the root area moist, not soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a controlled-release fertilizer in spring according to its label. Prune only as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced: Refine Growth and Form\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan spacing within the 24–48-inch range around the intended hedge width and maintenance access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrioritize drainage and consistent root-zone moisture rather than frequent shallow watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a formal hedge, keep the base slightly wider than the top so lower foliage receives light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim lightly in summer as needed; avoid unnecessary heavy shearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor foliage and stems regularly, and clean pruning tools between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn containers, use drainage holes and monitor moisture more frequently than in the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Tips for Maximum Impact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a string line when laying out a hedge for a clean, professional-looking edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat plants along a path to create rhythm rather than scattering them randomly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow room for the mature spread so plants do not crowd steps or narrow walkways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair the evergreen foliage with contrasting textures and seasonal flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck moisture beneath the mulch before watering; the surface alone can be misleading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick below to expand information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow big does Sprinter® Boxwood get?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect approximately 2–4 feet tall and wide at maturity. Growing conditions and pruning influence its final size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs it evergreen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its glossy foliage provides year-round structure rather than a seasonal flower display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill it grow in shade?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Sprinter® tolerates sun or shade. Moist, well-drained soil remains important in either exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat growing zones are suitable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is hardy in USDA zones 5–9. Shipping-zone availability and plant hardiness are different; choose plants based on your local growing zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow far apart should I plant a hedge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse approximately 24–48 inches between plant centers, adjusting within that range for the intended layout. Closer spacing creates a tighter starting arrangement; wider spacing gives individual plants more room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes it need frequent pruning?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePruning is seldom necessary for a natural shape. Light summer trimming can maintain a more formal hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs it deer proof?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is considered deer resistant, but no landscape plant is guaranteed against browsing when animals are hungry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does the 2-gallon size compare with smaller plants?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 2-gallon container provides more root-growing space than a quart or 1-gallon container. Actual plant height and fullness vary by season. This listing references a 2-gallon plant at approximately 8–10 inches shipping height; smaller sizes are not currently listed as separate choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does Fill My Box savings work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the Fill My Box callout above for this page’s offer, and review the discount displayed at checkout before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I grow it in a patio container?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Choose a container with drainage holes, use a suitable potting mix, and check moisture regularly. Container roots need additional protection from severe winter cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #a94442; background: #f1f5e9; padding: 16px; margin: 18px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #365027;\"\u003eTake Action Now\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn an unfinished border into a year-round garden feature. Plan your spacing, choose your quantity, and add Sprinter® Boxwood to your cart for your next planting project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing references a 2-gallon plant with an approximate shipping height of 8–10 inches. Actual size and appearance vary with the season and nursery trimming. We do not ship this product to Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico. Summer and winter orders may be held until conditions are safe for shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: The images and videos on our site are the best way to show off our products and show how good we are as growers. Depending on the season you buy, you may get a plant that is smaller or bigger than the picture shows. The plant might bloom like it does on our site, but it might not. We cut off the blooms most of the time because they don't ship well. 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