Green Tower Boxwood
Best vertical evergreen for gardeners needing structure in narrow spaces.
The Green Tower® Boxwood from Monrovia is a distinguished evergreen shrub, celebrated for its exceptionally narrow, upright growth habit, making it an ideal choice for formal gardens or spaces where room is limited. Its dense, lustrous dark green foliage provides year-round structure and visual appeal, maintaining its color even through winter. This versatile plant is perfect for creating tight hedges, formal topiary shapes, or as a striking accent in borders and containers. It offers a medium to fine texture and can grow up to 9 feet tall.
$22.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-42%
Below average
Mature Height
9
/ feet
Who it's for
- Designers wanting versatile plants that tolerate heavy shaping
- Gardeners needing architectural height in tight, narrow spaces
- Homeowners seeking consistent, year-round landscape structure
Who should skip it
- Gardeners seeking immediate, fast-growing landscape impact
- Owners unable to monitor for fungal disease or blight
- Gardeners dealing with heavy, poorly draining soil conditions
Performance breakdown
Space Efficiency
The narrow, columnar habit fits perfectly into tight, constrained garden footprints.
Winter Resilience
Lustrous foliage retains its deep green color throughout the coldest months.
Topiary Potential
Dense growth structure allows for precise shaping and formal garden designs.
Pest Deterrence
Natural deer resistance keeps your landscape intact without constant protective measures.
Wildlife Support
Provides essential year-round shelter for local bird populations in urban settings.
Growth Adaptability
Thrives in both full sun and partial shade across diverse environments.
Key Specs
Mature Height
9 feet
Mature Width
2 feet
Light Needs
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zone
5
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Medium
Soil Type
Well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic
Family Name
Boxwood
Features
- Ideal for tight spaces
- Maintains color through winter
- Excellent for topiary
- Provides shelter for birds
- Deer resistant
- Versatile uses
- Columnar growth habit
- Lustrous dark green foliage
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality and unique design of the Green Tower Boxwood. Reviewers often mention the plants arrive healthy and robust, reflecting a commitment to premium stock. Its narrow, columnar shape is highly appreciated for its architectural appeal and its ability to maintain structure reliably without constant upkeep. This strong performance makes it a worthwhile investment for those seeking a dependable plant for defined landscape needs, offering excellent value.
Know before you buy
This boxwood is specifically bred for its columnar habit and typically reaches a mature width of about 2 feet. Its narrow, upright structure makes it an excellent choice for tight garden corridors or flanking entryways.
The Green Tower Boxwood is hardy to Zone 5, meaning it is well-adapted to cold climates. It is also an evergreen, so it will retain its lustrous dark green color throughout the winter months.
Because of its naturally dense and columnar growth habit, it requires very little maintenance to keep its shape. However, it is highly responsive to pruning, making it a great candidate if you want to train it into a formal topiary.
Yes, its narrow footprint makes it ideal for large containers. Ensure your pot has good drainage and use a high-quality, well-draining potting mix to keep the roots healthy.
Yes, boxwoods are generally avoided by deer due to the taste and texture of their foliage. While no plant is completely deer-proof, this variety is a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern.
This shrub is quite versatile and performs well in both full sun and partial shade. In extremely hot climates, some afternoon shade can help protect the foliage from scorching.
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