{"product_id":"winter-rocket-boxwood-fast-growing-upright-evergreen-shrub","title":"Winter Rocket Boxwood | Fast-Growing Upright Evergreen Shrub","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eBring classic, year-round structure to your garden with \u003cstrong\u003eWinter Rocket Boxwood\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fast-growing evergreen shrub prized for its narrow, upright, columnar growth habit and dense, rich dark green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis refined boxwood is an excellent choice for adding vertical interest without taking up much horizontal space. Its naturally upright form makes it ideal for narrow hedges, entryway plantings, privacy screens, foundation beds, formal borders, and patio containers. Winter Rocket Boxwood retains its attractive dark green foliage well through winter, providing dependable color and texture when many other plants are dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003ePlant a single shrub as a focal point, use a matching pair beside a front door or garden gate, or plant several in a row to create a polished evergreen hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"why-youll-love-it\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFast-growing, upright evergreen shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eDense, narrow, columnar growth habit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eRich dark green foliage with attractive winter color retention\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eExcellent for tight garden spaces and narrow planting beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eIdeal for hedges, privacy screens, foundation plantings, and formal gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eBeautiful as an entryway accent or patio-container plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAdds evergreen structure and color in every season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"plant-details\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group relative my-[1em]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sticky top-0 z-20 h-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"absolute left-0 top-0 w-full overflow-hidden bg-raised border-x md:max-w-[90vw] border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full overflow-auto scrollbar-subtle rounded-lg border md:max-w-[90vw] border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-raised\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"[\u0026amp;_tr:last-child_td]:border-b-0 my-0 w-full table-auto border-separate border-spacing-0 text-sm font-sans rounded-lg [\u0026amp;_tr:last-child_td:first-child]:rounded-bl-lg [\u0026amp;_tr:last-child_td:last-child]:rounded-br-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eWinter Rocket Boxwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eBroadleaf evergreen shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eUpright, narrow, dense, and columnar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eFast-growing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eRich dark green; retains color well through winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eWell-drained, enriched soil; neutral to slightly acidic is preferred.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eHedges, narrow screens, borders, foundation plantings, entryways, containers, and formal landscapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"planting--care\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eChoose a location with full sun to partial shade and fertile, well-drained soil. For best results, amend the planting area with compost or other organic matter before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWater deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons while your Winter Rocket Boxwood establishes a strong root system. Once established, reduce watering frequency, but provide additional water during extended heat or dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eApply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy new growth. This boxwood may be lightly pruned to maintain a crisp, formal shape, though its naturally upright form is attractive with minimal pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"landscape-ideas\"\u003eLandscape Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWinter Rocket Boxwood is especially useful for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFraming front doors, porches, gates, and garden entrances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eCreating a narrow hedge along sidewalks, driveways, or paths\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAdding a living evergreen screen where space is limited\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eBringing height to foundation plantings without overwhelming smaller beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003ePairing with flowering shrubs, roses, hydrangeas, or perennials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eCreating symmetry in formal or traditional landscape designs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eGrowing in decorative outdoor containers on patios and decks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"what-youll-receive\"\u003eWhat You’ll Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eYou will receive \u003cstrong\u003eone healthy, live Winter Rocket Boxwood plant\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eArdent Gardeners\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plants are carefully grown, selected, and packaged with care for safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eBecause every plant is unique, the exact height, width, branching, and foliage color may vary by season and growing conditions. Product photos represent the general appearance and mature potential of this variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003ePlease unpack your plant promptly after delivery. Water if the soil feels dry, allow it to acclimate briefly, and plant as soon as conditions allow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ardent Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":55260386132287,"sku":null,"price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":55260386165055,"sku":null,"price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/0908\/0639\/files\/55A43CF8-99E1-40E8-82E1-1D837DD1A38F.jpg?v=1788314442","url":"https:\/\/www.ardentgardeners.com\/products\/winter-rocket-boxwood-fast-growing-upright-evergreen-shrub","provider":"Ardent Gardeners","version":"1.0","type":"link"}