{"product_id":"better-boxwood®-babylon-beauty™-boxwood-1-gallon","title":"Better Boxwood® Babylon Beauty™ Boxwood – 1 Gallon","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuxus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hybrid ‘HER2009B03’ PP32275\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring timeless Southern structure to your landscape with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter Boxwood® Babylon Beauty™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This improved boxwood combines the classic, polished appearance gardeners love with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eenhanced resistance to boxwood blight, deer and common pests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its fresh light-green foliage stays evergreen year-round, while its naturally spreading habit makes it especially beautiful for low hedges, foundations, mass plantings and layered garden beds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty is an excellent choice when you want the refined look of traditional boxwood with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eless maintenance and improved disease resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant at a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuxus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hybrid ‘HER2009B03’ PP32275\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Babylon Beauty Boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Better Boxwood®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 Gallon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen ornamental shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnnual or Perennial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen or Deciduous:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5–9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 feet tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4–5 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low, broad, spreading and compact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate to fast for a boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate while establishing; lower once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Light to medium green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No significant ornamental flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grown for foliage rather than blooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Feature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bred for resistance to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eboxwood blight and common pests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love Babylon Beauty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty gives you the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eclassic Southern boxwood look without requiring constant shaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike narrow or upright boxwoods, Babylon Beauty naturally grows \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewider than it grows tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, eventually reaching around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 feet tall and 4–5 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This makes it especially useful for creating substantial, low-growing evergreen layers across the front of a home or throughout a landscaped bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts softer green foliage works beautifully with hydrangeas, azaleas, roses, camellias and ornamental grasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes Better Boxwood Different?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter Boxwood varieties were developed specifically to provide improved resistance to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eboxwood blight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a serious fungal disease that affects many traditional boxwoods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty was sustainably bred for resistance to boxwood blight as well as common pests, making it a particularly attractive choice for homeowners who love traditional boxwood but want a more resilient plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Babylon Beauty in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwoods generally perform especially well in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epartial or dappled shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They can tolerate full sun, but in hot Southern climates, some afternoon shade can help protect foliage from intense summer heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWright’s Market Recommendation for Zone 9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn southeast Georgia, an ideal location provides:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorning sun + some afternoon protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty can still grow in full sun, but plants exposed to intense reflected afternoon heat will require more consistent watering, particularly during establishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy shade should also be avoided because it can result in a more open, less dense plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImmediately After Planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater deeply after planting to thoroughly saturate the root ball and surrounding soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the First Growing Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 times per week\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adjusting based on rainfall, temperature and soil drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe goal is to keep the root zone evenly moist while the plant becomes established without leaving the soil constantly saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce Established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty becomes more drought tolerant once its root system is established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater deeply during prolonged periods of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrought\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery dry soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended periods without rainfall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways check the soil before watering. Boxwoods prefer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoist but well-drained soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and do not like continuously wet roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilization\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed Babylon Beauty \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eonce in early spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, just as new growth begins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebalanced, slow-release shrub and tree fertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e according to package instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA balanced fertilizer such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10-10-10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may also be used when appropriate for your soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid excessive fertilization. Too much nitrogen can encourage rapid, soft growth and may reduce the naturally dense, refined appearance that makes boxwoods so attractive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your boxwoods appear healthy, dark green and are growing normally, they generally do not require frequent feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater your Babylon Beauty thoroughly while it is still in its nursery container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect a location with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDig a hole approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwice as wide as the root ball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but no deeper.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully remove the plant from the container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGently loosen any tightly circling roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePosition the plant so the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etop of the root ball sits slightly above the surrounding soil level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackfill with the existing soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater deeply to remove air pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAdd approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–2 inches of mulch or pine straw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e around the plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep mulch pulled several inches away from the main stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood drainage is particularly important with boxwood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4–5 feet of space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if you want each plant to reach its natural mature size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a continuous low hedge, plants may be spaced more closely depending on how quickly you want them to grow together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen planting along a home foundation, remember that Babylon Beauty grows \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewider than it grows tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, so allow adequate room between the shrub and the structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty is adaptable to a variety of soil types as long as drainage is good.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts strong root system allows it to perform in a range of landscape conditions, including some poorer soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, plant in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell-drained soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlightly acidic to neutral garden soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeds with good airflow and drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid low areas where water regularly collects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the best features of Babylon Beauty is that its naturally attractive growth habit requires \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erelatively little pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor major shaping, prune in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate winter or early spring before the flush of new growth begins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight touch-up pruning may be performed during the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a softer, more natural Southern garden appearance, avoid repeatedly shearing the plant into an extremely tight shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead, lightly shape it while allowing the plant's natural form to remain visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Babylon Beauty Boxwood Flower?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty is grown almost entirely for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eevergreen foliage and structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, rather than its blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot produce a significant ornamental flower display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and retail plant specifications generally classify it as having \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno notable bloom season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts primary ornamental value is its attractive green foliage that remains on the plant throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen or Deciduous?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty retains green foliage throughout winter rather than dropping its leaves in fall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes it an especially valuable foundation shrub because it provides permanent structure when hydrangeas, perennials and other deciduous plants are dormant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZone 9 \/ Coastal Georgia Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty is hardy in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Zones 5–9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it suitable for southeast Georgia landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn our hotter Zone 8b\/9a climate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive newly planted boxwoods consistent moisture during their first year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfternoon shade can be beneficial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain good soil drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid planting too deeply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep mulch away from the crown of the plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide adequate airflow between plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing these basic practices will help create healthy, dense evergreen shrubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty is especially well suited for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow evergreen hedges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoundation plantings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMass plantings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayered landscape beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormal gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern traditional landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalkway edging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepeating evergreen structure throughout large beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts broader habit makes Babylon Beauty particularly beautiful planted as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emiddle evergreen layer between taller shrubs and lower ornamental grasses or perennials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful Plant Pairings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a sophisticated Southern landscape, pair Babylon Beauty with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering Shrubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite Encore® Azaleas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeach or White Drift® Roses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCamellias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGardenias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydrangeas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen Structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJade Distylium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePodocarpus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft Touch Holly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDwarf Yaupon Holly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft Texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarex ‘Everillo’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeather Falls Carex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiriope\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsiatic Jasmine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of our favorite combinations is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty Boxwood + white flowering shrubs + hydrangeas + soft chartreuse grasses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis creates a timeless landscape with shades of green, white flowers and beautiful year-round structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Meaning \u0026amp; Garden Personality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoxwoods have long been associated with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esteadfastness, permanence and timeless beauty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor centuries they have been used in historic European gardens, Southern estates and traditional American landscapes because their evergreen foliage gives gardens a sense of permanence and structure throughout every season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabylon Beauty offers that classic character in a more modern, resilient plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Wright’s Market Loves It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe love \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter Boxwood® Babylon Beauty™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e because it combines everything people love about a traditional boxwood—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etimeless green foliage, year-round structure and a polished landscape appearance—with improved disease resistance and an easy-growing habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts lower, wider form makes it especially useful for creating the layered landscapes we love in Southern gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than filling an entire bed with one plant, Babylon Beauty can become the evergreen backbone while hydrangeas, roses, azaleas and softer grasses provide seasonal color around it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWright’s Market Plant Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon't plant boxwoods too deeply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeeping the top of the root ball slightly above the surrounding grade and providing excellent drainage are two of the simplest things you can do to help your boxwood thrive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant height, width, fullness and foliage appearance will vary according to season and 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