What is the distance to be kept?

Why the sufficient distance is so important

In recent years, boxwood has not grown out of the otherwise for centuries Gardens imaginable, has lost a lot of its popularity. Diseases and pests, especially that caused by the fungus Cylindrocladium buxicola Instinct death and the small butterfly introduced from East Asia Box tree moth, put a heavy strain on the evergreen wood and ensure that the classic box hedge is becoming increasingly rare. An infestation cannot always be kept, but is supported by suitable Maintenance measures and optimal Site conditions at least less likely. The correct planting distance is essential so that the individual plants get enough light and air and do not have to compete for both, as well as for water and nutrients.

Planting distance depends on size and variety

The correct planting distance depends above all on the size of the boxwood plants and the one selected

variety away. As a rule of thumb, plants about ten centimeters high may be placed closer than larger specimens. Also in growth stronger varieties generally need more space than slow-growing, large solitary plants more than hedge plants.

The optimal planting distance for a dense hedge

For a dense box hedge or border, you should choose the following distances:

• small plants about 10-15 centimeters high: six to eight plants per running meter
• larger plants: four to six plants per linear meter

The distance is then, depending on the height of the plants, between 15 and 30 centimeters. Solitaires, on the other hand, need significantly more space, especially when they are elaborately cut Topiary acts. These need sufficient space not only for reasons of health, but also for visual reasons: The attractive figures only come into their own when they are in a suitable location.