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Boxwood is poisonous to goats. In general, if it is poisonous to a human it is poisonous to livestock. Boxwood has several poisonous components including cyanogenic compounds, saponins, and tannins. It also contains Alkaloids.

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If boxwood is poisonous to goats or if goats would eat boxwood if it were available to them?

Boxwood is toxic to goats if ingested in large quantities. Goats may avoid eating boxwood if they have other forage options available, but there is still a risk of accidental ingestion if they are hungry or there is no other suitable food source. It's best to prevent access to boxwood to avoid potential poisoning in goats.


Are boxwood shrubs Annual or perennial?

Shrubs are almost always perennials.


Are goats herbivores or carnivores?

Goats eat grass and shrubs, this makes them herbivores


How big do boxwood shrubs typically grow?

Boxwood shrubs typically grow to be around 3 to 6 feet tall and wide, depending on the variety and growing conditions.


How tall do boxwood shrubs typically grow?

Boxwood shrubs typically grow to a height of 2 to 4 feet, but some varieties can reach up to 10 feet tall.


Why are shrubs used for fencing?

The most popular is called boxwood.


How far apart should boxwood shrubs be planted to ensure proper growth and spacing?

Boxwood shrubs should be planted approximately 2 to 3 feet apart to ensure proper growth and spacing.


How do you get a goat to eat?

Goats are known for eating everything! They are curious, so they will try to eat cardboard, tin cans - even clothing! But to stay healthy, goats need to eat plant material. Goats eat plants like trees, shrubs, hay and grains.


What do feral goats eat?

Wild or feral goats will eat different types of vegetation, including grasses, twigs, shrubs, sedge, bilberry, and heather. Feral goats are ruminants and are found in different regions of the world like Australia and Ireland.


Why are my boxwood shrubs turning yellow?

Boxwood shrubs may turn yellow due to various reasons such as nutrient deficiencies, overwatering, poor drainage, or pest infestations. It is important to assess the specific conditions of your shrubs and address any issues promptly to help them regain their health.


What cows and goats eat?

Goats can and quite often do eat grass just like cows do. Cows will eat leaves as well: grass is pretty much all leaf anyway, but cows will eat leaves off of forbs, trees and shrubs as much as possible or as high as they reach. However, goats are not roughage grazers, rather they are what are called "selective grazers" like deer are, meaning they like or choose to eat leaves from forbs and shrubs than grass.


What animal eats a shrub?

Deer, rabbits, and goats are common animals that eat shrubs. They may feed on the leaves, stems, and buds of shrubs as part of their diet.