- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Height 1 - 3 Feet
- Width 1 - 3 Feet
- Growing Zones 7-9
Traditional boxwoods can be unreliable, especially with all the potential problems it encounters nowadays. Juke Box® is the answer. This dwarf shrub is a new boxwood alternative geared more toward those warmer southern states in zones 7 to 9. This is a whole new genus developed by crossing Pyracantha and Osteomeles to make Pyracomeles. Expect a handsomely manicured, round boxwood appearance with glossy green evergreen leaves.
It has a distinct texture similar to a Japanese holly, and a naturally round mounding habit. Juke Box® Pyracomeles is a wonderful alternative to the English boxwood. Don’t worry about any surprise flowers or thorns that some hedges provide. Create a more formal English cottage-style garden. Trim this shrub into small round topiaries or even use this little guy to carve out a garden path.
Juke Box® Pyracomeles Care
These shrubs are easy peasy. They need part sun to full sun areas and have average soil and watering requirements. Any well-draining soil will suffice. Mulch the root zone to keep roots moist and cool. Apply an annual granular fertilizer formulated for roses or evergreens.
Why do extra work if you don’t have to? For a more formal look, trim it to form a ball, or for a more informal look, let it grow to form a rounded mound. Either way, trim as much or as little as needed but be sure to prune in the spring before it gets to be woody.
Juke Box® Pyracomeles Spacing
In the landscape, it will spread 12 to 36 inches. Space plants on average, 2 feet apart. Since these plants are more dwarf in size they don’t grow very fast. Get creative and make a rounded topiary container. A 10-inch container will do just fine for that art project.
Juke Box® Pyracomeles Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-9 |
| Plant Type: Shrub |
| Sunlight Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 1 - 3 Feet |
| Mature Width: 1 - 3 Feet |
| Plant Spacing: 1 - 3 Feet |
| Growth Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Seasonal Interest: Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Features: Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Uses: Border Plant Container Edging Plant Groundcover Landscape Mass Planting |
| Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Pyracomeles sp. 'NCXP1' USPP 31,409 |
- SKU:
- PYRJB
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations