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Asked May 12, 2026, 4:13 PM EDT

I read on your website last summer about substitutes for boxwoods, but can't find the article now. I think I remember holly, but that's it. Can you help? Thank you.

Oakland County Michigan

Expert Response

Hello and thank you for contacting MSU Extension.  Was the article you referred to this one?: 

Beyond boxwood: Alternative landscape shrubs for Michigan gardeners - Gardening in Michigan

Sincerely,
An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 13, 2026, 7:12 AM EDT
Yes. That's it. A substitute going around our neighborhood is the Soft Touch Holly. 
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The Question Asker Replied May 13, 2026, 8:50 AM EDT
Thank you!
On Wed, May 13, 2026 at 8:46 AM Susan Cherry <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
Yes. That's it. A substitute going around our neighborhood is the Soft Touch Holly. 

On Wed, May 13, 2026 at 7:12 AM Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
The Question Asker Replied May 13, 2026, 8:50 AM EDT

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