Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to a leaf spot, box blight and, rarely, honey fungus
Pests
May be susceptible to box tree caterpillar, box sucker, mussel scale and red spider mite
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box 'Elegans' · Buxus sempervirens 'Elegans'
Grow in any fertile, well-drained soil. Prefers light shade, full sun may result in dull or scorched foliage in dry soils. Water regularly while establishing. See box cultivation for more detailed advice
Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeInformation to be completed