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African Box - Myrsine africana - Tube / QLD is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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African Box is a dense, fine-textured evergreen shrub that delivers a classic, tidy look with very little effort. Its compact habit and excellent response to clipping make it ideal for creating structure in any garden.
✔ Dense evergreen foliage - Provides year-round greenery and strong structure.
✔ Excellent for hedging - Clips cleanly for neat, formal lines.
✔ Compact growth habit - Stays tidy and controlled without becoming bulky.
✔ Tough and adaptable - Handles a wide range of garden conditions with ease.
✔ Low maintenance - Reliable performance with minimal ongoing care.
✅ Low hedging - Perfect for borders, paths, and formal garden layouts.
✅ Garden edging - Defines beds and walkways with a clean finish.
✅ Feature shaping - Can be clipped into balls or soft shapes.
✅ Pots and containers - Ideal for structured planting in courtyards and patios.
Spacing: Plant 40 to 60cm apart for hedging. Closer spacing creates a denser hedge faster, so adding extra plants is encouraged.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring or autumn.
Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
Is African Box suitable for formal hedging?
Yes, it clips extremely well and is ideal for neat, formal hedges.
How fast does Myrsine africana grow?
It grows at a steady, manageable rate that makes shaping easy.
Can African Box grow in full sun?
Yes, it performs well in full sun to partial shade.
Does it need frequent pruning?
Only occasional trimming is needed to maintain its shape.
Is this plant suitable for beginner gardeners?
Absolutely, it is hardy, forgiving, and very easy to grow.
Create clean lines and timeless structure now - African Box is a proven favourite and is selling fast.
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