Green Gem Boxwood

Tags: Boxwood
Buxus x 'Green Gem'

A small, lush mound of emerald green summer foliage with some bronzing in winter cold. Naturally oval form and dense foliage is perfect for low hedges and an excellent foundation plant. Protect from drying winter winds to prevent tip dieback. Evergreen.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Partial to full sun
Mature Size:
3-4 feet tall and as wide.
Cold Hardiness Zone:
4-9
Growth Rate:
Slow
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
Inconspicuous
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.

Care Instructions

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, shear periodically to shape.