Skylight Boxwood

Light Needs

Partial Sun to Full Sun

(At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

2 - 3 Feet

Mature Spread

2 - 3 Feet

Growing Zones

5 to 9

Skylight Boxwood (Buxus Hybrid ‘HER2009B03’ PP32275) offers a dramatic way to add year-round color and height to your landscape. Its medium-green foliage brightens slightly in spring, then settles into a lush, richly-hued green for the rest of the growing season. Reaching around 6 to 8 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide at maturity, this towering boxwood variety can make a strong privacy screen and bold structural accent. Compared to other boxwood cultivars, Skylight grows more vigorously, so it fills in rapidly and brings you that finished look far sooner. 

Shaped or left natural, this upright shrub fits seamlessly into borders, corners, and larger containers. Its blight-resistant qualities mean fewer chemicals or interventions, making it a favorite for gardeners who want low-maintenance beauty. Skylight Boxwood was specifically created for adaptability and resilience in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9. Use it for boundary hedges, topiaries, or even as a single specimen — the possibilities are wide open.

Skylight Boxwood Care

Skylight Boxwood prefers loamy, well-drained soil with a pH range of 6.5 to 7.2. Adequate soil drainage is especially important to prevent root issues. While it tolerates various sun exposures, full sun to partial shade is ideal; in hotter areas, some relief from intense afternoon rays is appreciated. Regular watering during the initial year helps the root system establish, after which it can handle moderate drought. Applying a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring encourages healthy foliage development. Additionally, a 2- to 3-inch layer of mulch around the base helps maintain soil moisture and temperature.

Give this boxwood an occasional deep watering rather than frequent shallow drinks, ensuring the roots are well-hydrated. Avoid letting water pool around the trunk. If you notice leaf tips becoming pale or yellowish, a light addition of compost or another organic amendment may help restore vigor. Its blight-resistant genetics make it simpler to keep healthy, but always monitor for typical garden pests or stress signals, addressing problems as soon as they appear.

When it comes to pruning, Skylight typically needs very little maintenance. However, if you aim for a sleek, formal look or shaped topiaries, plan to prune once a year in late winter or very early spring before new growth emerges. Light shearing helps maintain neat lines, while more substantial cuts can help correct leggy growth. In containers, prune lightly to keep the boxwood proportionate, and consider moving pots to a protected spot if harsh winter conditions occur.

Skylight Boxwood Spacing

For hedges or privacy screens, space Skylight Boxwoods roughly 4 feet apart. If you prefer a more open layout or individual statement plants, position them at least 5 feet from one another. In terms of container size, opt for a pot that’s several inches wider than the root ball. This provides the root system sufficient room to expand, and limits the need for frequent repotting.

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