Boxwood prefers neutral to slightly acidic soils and benefits from occasional light fertilizer applications.

Is Buxus acid loving?

It will grow in acid or alkaline soil, being happiest around neutral acidity/alkalinity. Make sure the container drains freely.

Do boxwoods like acidic or alkaline soil?

The correct soil pH is absolutely critical as boxwood thrive best in neutral soils with a pH from 6.5 (slightly acidic) to 7.5 (slightly alkaline). Due to the fact that soils in the South are typically acidic, we strongly advise having a sample done to test your soil's pH and then amending to adjust it if necessary.