Buxus BetterBuxus® ‘Skylight’ Ball – Blight-Resistant Evergreen Form

The BetterBuxus® series was bred to offer the timeless elegance of boxwood without the disease problems. ‘Skylight’ is a compact, resilient variety with strong resistance to box blight, making it an excellent choice for reliable structure in modern gardens.

In the ball form, ‘Skylight’ provides instant architecture with a dense, naturally rounded crown of small, glossy green leaves. The evergreen foliage remains rich in colour throughout the seasons, needing only light clipping to maintain its spherical shape. Its slower, controlled growth means less maintenance compared to traditional box.

Why Choose Buxus BetterBuxus® ‘Skylight’?

Blight-Resistant – Bred for excellent resistance to box blight.
Year-Round Structure – Glossy evergreen foliage in a neat ball shape.
Low Maintenance – Naturally compact with minimal clipping needed.
Versatile Use – Perfect for pots, entrances, parterres, and formal gardens.

Planting & Care Guide

Position: Sun or partial shade; avoid deep shade.

Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drained soils; prefers neutral to alkaline conditions.

Watering: Keep watered in dry periods, especially in containers.

Feeding: Apply slow-release fertiliser in spring for healthy growth.

Pruning: Clip lightly once or twice in summer to refine shape.

Design & Planting Ideas

Place in pairs to frame entrances, doorways, or paths.

Use in pots on terraces or patios for evergreen elegance.

Incorporate into knot gardens or parterres for structure.

Combine with pleached trees or flowering perennials for contrast.

Buxus Ball Betterbuxus Skylight 7.5 Litre Pot 30cm Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.