Green Gem Boxwood – Compact Evergreen Shrub for Low-Maintenance Landscaping

Enhance your garden with the dense, rounded form of Green Gem Boxwood (Buxus x 'Green Gem'), a compact evergreen shrub prized for its year-round greenery and minimal upkeep. Ideal for low hedges, borders, foundation plantings, and container gardens, this slow-growing variety provides a polished look without excessive maintenance.

Key Features:

• Compact & Naturally Rounded Growth – Maintains a neat, globe-like shape with little pruning.
• Evergreen & Cold-Hardy – Retains deep green foliage throughout all seasons, even in winter.
• Low Maintenance – Requires minimal trimming and adapts to various soil conditions.
• Drought & Heat Tolerant – Thrives with moderate watering once established.
• Versatile Use – Perfect for edging, small hedges, or container planting.

Product Details:

• Botanical Name: Buxus x 'Green Gem'
• Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
• Mature Height: 2–3 feet (prunable for desired size)
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, loamy soil; tolerates various soil types
• Growth Rate: Slow

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Preparation: Stratify seeds with a cold-moist treatment for 30–60 days before planting.
• Sowing: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained soil, spacing them 12–18 inches apart.
• Germination: Keep soil moist; germination may take 3–6 months.
• Transplanting: Once seedlings are well-rooted, move them to their permanent location.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning needed; trim occasionally to maintain shape.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring for healthy growth.
• General Care: Mulch around the base to retain moisture and prevent weeds.

Enjoy the refined, low-maintenance beauty of Green Gem Boxwood, an excellent choice for small hedges and elegant landscaping.