What are the cultivation methods and precautions of boxwood?

Boxwood cultivation method

Boxwood is a plant of the genus Boxwood of the Buxaceae family. It can be propagated by sowing or cuttings. The plant is shade-tolerant and light-loving, moisture-loving, drought-tolerant, heat-resistant and cold-resistant. It can adapt to slightly acidic or slightly alkaline soil, but light and fertile sandy loam is preferred.

During the cultivation of boxwood, it is best to use loam rich in organic matter for cultivation, and ensure proper light, timely watering and fertilization during the maintenance process.

Watering method

Boxwood requires more water during its growth period, so you can water it a little more at this time to keep the planting soil slightly moist. However, you cannot water it in large quantities for a long time, as water accumulation is likely to occur. In the hot season, in addition to watering more, you should also spray water appropriately.

Fertilization method

During the period of vigorous growth of boxwood, you can apply thin cake fertilizer water to it 1-2 times a month, but in winter you need to reduce fertilization, and usually only one application of base fertilizer is enough.

Pruning methods

Usually after the boxwood sprouts new shoots, the top 1-2 nodes should be properly pruned to prevent it from growing too tall.

Precautions for boxwood cultivation

1. During the cultivation process of boxwood, it is necessary to be careful not to place it in a shaded environment for a long time, which may easily cause the branches of the plant to grow too long or become weak. In addition, more ventilation and light are needed during the hot and humid summer.

2. During the rainy season, boxwood needs to take rain shelter measures in advance and prevent the plants from being exposed to rain. Otherwise, it is easy for water to accumulate in the soil, causing root rot, which is not conducive to its growth.