African Boxwood

African Boxwood (Myrsine africana) is a very attractive evergreen shrub with a tight, upright form. It generally grows 5-6 feet tall in its native cultivation. African Boxwood is a fast growing plant with glossy foliage that is a deep, dark green. Small white flowers are produced in late spring, which eventually turn into small, blackish-red berries. African Boxwood is quite versatile and can be used as a hedge, a screen, an accent plant, a specimen piece for a corner of the landscape or foundation planting areas. It is an ideal choice for small and medium-sized gardens as its roots are not too invasive or aggressive.

African Boxwood usually requires frequent deep waterings in drier climates. During the summer, the plant should be watered regularly and deeply to avoid wilt and yellowing of the foliage. In wetter climates, African Boxwood will require less water and should not be subject to standing water.