Carissa Boxwood Beauty (Carissa macrocarpa 'Boxwood Beauty')

With its compact, boxwood-like foliage and fragrant starry flowers, Carissa Boxwood Beauty (Carissa macrocarpa 'Boxwood Beauty') makes a lovely ornamental accent shrub for warm climates. Its versatility also suits it for container gardening. How to Grow Grow in full sun for best results. Keep soil consistently moist but not saturated. Prune as needed after flowering to maintain shape. Fertilize 2-3 times per year during the growing season. Care Tips Water 1-2 times per week, allowing the top few inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Mist leaves occasionally. Bring containers indoors if temps fall below 40°F. Uses Carissa Boxwood Beauty shines as a low hedge, border plant, or accent shrub in tropical gardens. Its compact size also suits it well for containers and entryway plantings. Planting Tips Space plants 2-3 feet apart in well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice the container width and backfill with soil. Water thoroughly after planting. Use quality potting mix for containers. M