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Sprinter® Boxwood

Sprinter® Boxwood

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Buxus microphylla 'Bulthouse'

Choose Sprinter® Boxwood if you want a boxwood hedge or foundation line to fill in faster than tighter dwarf types; the tradeoff is more pruning to keep it crisp and compact.

Buy This If

  • You want faster boxwood fill.
  • You plan to prune regularly.
  • You need tidy evergreen structure.

Skip This If

  • You want a loose, natural look.
  • You dislike hedge trimming.
  • Your site stays soggy.

PGNE Report Card

Category Grade Why
Landscape Impact B+ It gives clean evergreen structure, especially in rows, but it is not a showy focal shrub.
Growth Rate B+ It fills in faster than many boxwoods, but patience is still needed for a finished hedge.
Maintenance B It responds well to pruning, but it needs regular shaping if you want a tight formal line.
Deer Resistance A- Boxwood is a strong pick where browsing is a concern, though no plant should be treated as untouchable.
Small Space Fit B It can work in smaller beds with pruning, but tighter dwarf boxwoods are easier where space is limited.
Screening Value B It is useful for low privacy and structure, but it is not the plant for tall screening.

Compare It To

Green Velvet Boxwood

Choose Sprinter® Boxwood for faster hedge fill; choose Green Velvet Boxwood when you want a slower, rounded plant that needs less frequent shaping.

Green Gem Boxwood

Choose Sprinter® Boxwood for a hedge or border; choose Green Gem Boxwood for a tighter small-space mound.

Green Mountain Boxwood (pyramidal)

Choose Sprinter® Boxwood for low lines and edging; choose Green Mountain Boxwood (pyramidal) when you want upright structure.

Our Experience

At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Sprinter® Boxwood when the customer wants a boxwood hedge sooner, not when they want a plant they can ignore for years.

Plant Facts

Mature Height Not available
Mature Width Not available
Hardiness Zones 4
Spacing Not available
Sun full sun to partial shade
Moisture average to moist
Growth Habit Rounded / spreading

Customers Usually Ask

Will it make a good hedge?

Yes, that is the main reason to choose it.

Does it need pruning?

Yes, plan on trimming if you want a neat hedge.

Is it better than slower boxwoods?

For faster fill, yes; for tiny spaces, usually no.

Why Choose Boxwoods for a Polished Landscape?

  • Year-Round Evergreen Structure: Dense foliage maintains its rich green color through every season.
  • Perfect for Hedges & Borders: Easily shaped and maintained for clean lines, formal gardens, or foundation plantings.
  • Low Maintenance & Hardy: With proper placement, boxwoods require minimal upkeep and offer dependable performance.

Shrubs Grown to Perform in New England

At Pro Growers of New England, our shrubs are grown and maintained locally to perform in true New England conditions. From flowering varieties to evergreen foundation plants, each shrub is properly spaced, pruned, and cared for to develop strong root systems and balanced structure before it ever reaches your landscape.

Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.

Pro Growers of New England, Inc

Plant Specs

Growth Rate
Moderate
Hardiness Zone
4
Deer Resistance
Yes
Moisture Control
average to moist
Sun Exposure
full sun to partial shade

PGNE-35020

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