{"title":"Alternatives to Box Hedging","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMany gardeners are now searching for alternatives to box hedging due to box blight and box tree caterpillar. Our collection of Buxus alternative plants includes evergreen varieties that provide year-round structure, dense foliage, and excellent clipping response for formal gardens, low hedges, and topiary. From the traditional elegance of Taxus baccata to the compact foliage of Ilex crenata and the fast-growing nature of Euonymus, these reliable plants offer attractive and practical alternatives to Buxus for modern gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"euonymus-jap-green-spire","title":"Euonymus jap. 'Green Spire'","description":"\u003cp\u003eEuonymus japonicus 'Green Spire' is a narrow, upright evergreen shrub valued for its neat form and year-round structure. With glossy dark green leaves held densely along vertical stems, it provides a strong architectural element without the need for frequent pruning. Highly adaptable and easy to grow, this variety is often used as a box substitute in formal designs, containers, and structured borders. Tough, wind-tolerant, and low maintenance, 'Green Spire' is an excellent choice for modern and traditional gardens alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"P001","offers":[{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":53127692845392,"sku":"EUJGSPIR2P13","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20-25cm 2 litre","offer_id":52656304587088,"sku":"EUJGSPIR2020025C2","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30-40cm 3 Litre","offer_id":53127707984208,"sku":"EUJGSPIR2030040C3","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40-50cm 5 Litre","offer_id":53127709327696,"sku":"EUJGSPIR2040050C5","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"50-60cm 5 Litre","offer_id":53127729709392,"sku":"EUJGSPIR2050060C5","price":41.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"50-60cm 7.5 Litre","offer_id":53127729742160,"sku":"EUJGSPIR2050060C7.5","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/1873\/1600\/files\/image_1920_e9812c25-390f-4da6-b47e-9efeb16d2145.jpg?v=1770395008"},{"product_id":"ilex-crenata-caroline-upright","title":"Ilex crenata 'Caroline Upright'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eIlex crenata 'Caroline Upright' is a narrow, evergreen shrub valued for its tidy growth and year-round structure. Its small, dark green leaves create a clean, refined look, making it a reliable alternative to box for hedging and formal planting. Naturally upright in habit, it is particularly useful where space is limited or vertical emphasis is needed. Easy to clip and maintain, this hardy variety performs well in borders, low hedges, and structured garden designs where a smart, evergreen finish is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"P001","offers":[{"title":"20-30cm 2 Litre","offer_id":53128018035024,"sku":"ILCCUPRI2025030C2","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30-40cm 2 Litre","offer_id":53128023998800,"sku":"ILCCUPRI2030040C2","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/1873\/1600\/files\/image_1920_97acac0c-bdb8-4d48-a231-099e41f4fb0d.jpg?v=1770395176"},{"product_id":"taxus-baccata","title":"Taxus baccata","description":"\u003cp\u003eTaxus baccata is an evergreen shrub valued for its longevity, adaptability, and structural reliability rather than showy seasonal display. It forms dense growth with dark green needles that remain consistent throughout the year, making it ideal for hedging, screening, and clipped forms. Growth is slow and controlled, allowing the plant to be shaped precisely or left to develop naturally with minimal maintenance. Highly tolerant of shade, pruning, and a wide range of soil conditions, Taxus baccata has been used for centuries where permanence, structure, and control are essential. It remains one of the most dependable choices for gardens requiring year-round form and long-term resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"P001","offers":[{"title":"30-40cm 2 Litre","offer_id":53128000274768,"sku":"TABACCAT2030040C2","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30-40cm 3 Litre","offer_id":53128004993360,"sku":"TABACCAT2030040C3","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40-50cm 3 Litre","offer_id":53128006992208,"sku":"TABACCAT2040050C3","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50-60cm 5 Litre","offer_id":53128007188816,"sku":"TABACCAT2050060C5","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100-125cm 7.5 Litre","offer_id":53128015872336,"sku":"TABACCAT2100125C7.5","price":60.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/1873\/1600\/files\/image_1920_3628af8a-1714-42d3-8463-6eb93e1414d2.jpg?v=1770395821"},{"product_id":"ilex-crenata-dark-green","title":"Ilex crenata ‘Dark Green’","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIlex crenata ‘Dark Green’ is a dense evergreen shrub with small glossy dark green leaves, making it one of the most popular alternatives to traditional Buxus hedging. Valued for its naturally compact habit, rich foliage colour, and excellent response to clipping, it is ideal for low hedges, topiary, formal gardens, and patio containers. More resistant to many of the issues affecting box hedging, including box blight and box tree caterpillar, ‘Dark Green’ provides year-round structure and a classic formal appearance with minimal maintenance. Thriving in full sun or partial shade, this versatile Japanese Holly is a favourite choice for gardeners seeking a reliable and attractive replacement for Buxus.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"P001","offers":[{"title":"20-30cm 2 Litre","offer_id":53128074494288,"sku":"ILCDGREE2020030C2","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40-60cm 5 Litre","offer_id":53128077246800,"sku":"ILCDGREE2040060C5","price":36.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/1873\/1600\/files\/Ilexcrenata_DarkGreen.jpg?v=1781085157"},{"product_id":"betterbuxus-babylon-beauty","title":"BetterBuxus 'Babylon Beauty'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBetterBuxus ‘Babylon Beauty’ is a compact evergreen shrub bred to provide the classic look of traditional box hedging with improved resilience and garden performance. Featuring dense glossy green foliage and a naturally bushy habit, it is perfect for low hedges, topiary, borders, and formal garden designs. Easy to clip and maintain, this modern Buxus alternative offers year-round structure and colour while helping gardeners avoid many of the common problems associated with traditional box plants. Thriving in full sun or partial shade, ‘Babylon Beauty’ is an excellent choice for creating neat, elegant, and low-maintenance garden displays.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"P001","offers":[{"title":"40-50cm 5 Litre","offer_id":53128382579024,"sku":"BUBBEAUT2040050C5","price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/1873\/1600\/files\/BetterBuxus.jpg?v=1781085991"}],"url":"https:\/\/plantsgaloreonline.co.uk\/collections\/alternatives-to-box-hedging.oembed","provider":"Plants Galore Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}