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What to plant instead of boxwoods as diseases and pests rise

Boxwoods are facing mounting threats from diseases and insect pests. If you want to avoid those problems, several alternative shrubs and plants can serve similar landscape roles.

Published Aug 27, 2026, 6:04 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

The boxwood has long been a workhorse in the Pennsylvania landscape — and for good reason.