Slow growing compact form of Box, with naturally rounded shape. New growth lime green, darker at maturity. Evergreen, ideal for low hedge or topiary balls, clips well. Planting spacing 150mm. A hybrid between Buxus microphylla v koreana and B. sempervirens, resistant to Blight.

Symphyomurtus more prone to insect attack. Naturally durable heavy timber, originates in mixed coastal forest of Southern NSW and S.E. Victoria on fertlie free draining soils.Tolerates seasonal flooding and light frost to -6C. Rainfall 600-2500mm, Altitude 0-500m, will coppice, and resprout epicormic growth after fire, forms a lignotuber. Not suited to dry, or exposed coastal sites. Potential for organic vineyard posts, fencing, decking and heavy construction.

Monocalypt, generally free of insect pests. S.E.Australia. Tall rough barked ground durable with proven good sawing and drying properties. Very hard heavy, attractive timber. Grows well on hill country where temperatures do not go below -5C. Rainfall 800-2500mm, coppices, resprouts epicormics after fire. Recommend planting in early Spring after chance of frosts.

Symphyomyrtus, more prone to insect attack. Coast areas of South Victoria, S.E. NSW and Eastern Tasmania on poorly drained flats. Tolerates cold winds and frosts to -10C. Medium sized tree with smooth bark. Reliable coppicing species for firewood production. White flowers March to June loved by bees. Recommend planting in early Spring after chance of frosts. .