Box
Buxus sempervirens
Price comparison:
£2.49 – £55.00
From 6 UK retailers
A classic evergreen hedging plant with small, glossy dark green leaves. Can reach 5m but easily clipped to any height and shape. Slow-growing but very dense. The most versatile hedging plant for formal gardens.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H5 (Hardy -10°C)
Size
📏 5m tall
Flowers
🌸 April-May
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Prices from 6 retailers across 3 sizes
Prices shown are for different pot sizes — compare within size groups for accurate savings
Prices last checked: 8 May 2026
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Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each size group.
| Primrose Standard delivery from £4.99 | £32.99 | 9cm | View at PrimroseOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Primrose
Standard delivery from £4.99
Size: 9cm
| Ornamental Trees Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance | £55.00 | 12L | View at Ornamental TreesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Ornamental Trees
Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance
Size: 12L
| Thompson & Morgan £6.99 for plants, £2.99 seeds only. Free over £60 | £2.49 | 20cm | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| YouGarden £5.99 standard delivery. Free over £60 | £4.99 | Check retailer for size | View at YouGardenOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Primrose Standard delivery from £4.99 | £5.99 | Check retailer for size | View at PrimroseOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Jekkas | £8.00 | Check retailer for size | View at JekkasOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Paramount Plants Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes | £16.50 | Check retailer for size | View at Paramount PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Paramount Plants Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes | £17.88 | 30cm | View at Paramount PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Thompson & Morgan
£6.99 for plants, £2.99 seeds only. Free over £60
Size: 20cm
YouGarden
£5.99 standard delivery. Free over £60
Size: Check retailer for size
Primrose
Standard delivery from £4.99
Size: Check retailer for size
Paramount Plants
Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes
Size: Check retailer for size
Paramount Plants
Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes
Size: 30cm
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Prices last checked: 8 May 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
A classic evergreen hedging plant with small, glossy dark green leaves. Can reach 5m but easily clipped to any height and shape. Slow-growing but very dense. The most versatile hedging plant for formal gardens.
Latin Name
Buxus sempervirens
Family
Buxaceae
Hardiness Zone
H5
Care Level
easy
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
April-May
Mature Height
5m
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Box cost in the UK?
Box prices in the UK range from £2.49 to £55.00 depending on pot size and retailer. The cheapest price is currently at Thompson & Morgan at £2.49. Prices are checked nightly across 6 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Box online in the UK?
You can buy Box from 6 UK nurseries including Thompson & Morgan, YouGarden, Jekkas. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Box?
The scientific name for Box is Buxus sempervirens.
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