If you're a fan of the classic boxwood look, you’re going to love Better Boxwood! This new collection has all the elegance and lush greenery of traditional boxwoods but with a groundbreaking twist. In our latest video, join plant expert Kip McConnell as he shares the exciting story behind Better Boxwood – the first collection of scientifically bred blight-resistant boxwood available in the U.S.
Why is Better Boxwood a Big Deal?
Boxwoods have been garden cornerstones for centuries, framing gardens and historic estates with their evergreen charm. However, over the past two decades, a disease known as boxwood blight has wreaked havoc, especially on iconic plantings in Europe and the northeastern United States. Boxwood blight devastated some of Europe’s oldest, most cherished boxwood gardens, leading breeders to find a solution. Enter the Better Boxwood collection, bred in Europe over two decades to be resilient against blight, making it a game-changer for American landscapes.
Better Boxwood brings together a lineup of blight-resistant varieties, each tailored for specific landscape needs, from compact ground cover to striking hedges and topiaries. These plants are resilient, strong, and designed to look stunning all year round with minimal upkeep. Kip shares in the video how these plants were thoughtfully crafted not just for beauty but for durability, with roots that stand up to diverse conditions and foliage that’s always lush and green.
Get Inspired for Your Garden
This collection isn’t just about replacing the old with the new – it’s about enhancing your landscape with plants that are both stunning and resilient. From expansive estates to cozy backyards, Better Boxwood has something for every garden. We’re proud to bring you a collection that combines the elegance of classic boxwoods with the peace of mind that comes from knowing your plants are equipped to handle the challenges of the modern landscape.
To learn more about how Better Boxwood can transform your garden, watch the full video with Kip McConnell and see what makes these plants truly special. Whether you’re planting a formal hedge, a topiary, or adding structure to your foundation plantings, Better Boxwood is here to help you create beautiful, low-maintenance landscapes with confidence.
