NewGen Independence® Boxwood (Buxus NewGen Independence® 'SB 108') is an improved evergreen boxwood prized for its deep green foliage, dense rounded habit, and enhanced resistance to common boxwood problems. Its rich green foliage holds excellent color throughout winter, providing dependable year-round structure and classic boxwood character in the landscape.
Growing at a moderate rate of approximately 2-4 inches per year, NewGen Independence develops into a dense, rounded shrub that is nearly as tall as it is wide. It was selected for its good resistance to boxwood blight and good performance against boxwood leafminer, making it an excellent alternative to more susceptible traditional boxwood varieties.
NewGen Independence is particularly well suited for foundation plantings, medium hedges, formal gardens, mass plantings, or as an evergreen specimen. Its strong branching structure also helps it withstand moderate to heavy snow loads.
More About NewGen Independence Boxwood
- Low Maintenance
- Moderate Growing
- Broadleaf Evergreen
- Year-Round Interest
- Excellent Winter Color
- Good Boxwood Blight Resistance
- Good Boxwood Leafminer Resistance
- Foundation Planting, Hedge, Border, Mass Planting, Formal Garden, Specimen
- Dense, Rounded Habit
- Deep Green Foliage
- Deer Resistant
- Pruning Tolerant
Height: 4-5 Feet
Spread: 4-5 Feet
Hardiness Zone: 5b-8
Characteristics
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Shade
- Season of Interest: Year Round
- Soil Moisture: Average, Well Draining
- Attributes: Evergreen, Dense, Rounded, Pruning Tolerant
- Foliage Color: Deep Green
Care & Maintenance Tips
Planting:
Plant in full sun to shade in well-drained soil. NewGen Independence is adaptable to a wide range of light conditions, although some protection from intense afternoon winter sun can help reduce winter stress. Provide adequate spacing and air circulation to promote healthy foliage.
Watering:
Water consistently during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, provide supplemental water during extended periods of hot, dry weather. Avoid consistently saturated or poorly drained soil.
Fertilizing:
Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring if needed. A light layer of mulch around the root zone can help maintain consistent soil moisture and protect the roots.
Pruning:
NewGen Independence requires relatively little pruning. Lightly prune in late winter to early spring as needed to maintain a uniform, dense shape. It can also be regularly shaped when being maintained as a formal hedge.
Disease Prevention:
NewGen Independence has good resistance to boxwood blight and performs well against boxwood leafminer, but no boxwood is completely immune to boxwood blight. Maintain good air circulation, proper spacing, and good watering practices to promote healthy plants.
