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Winter Gem Littleleaf Boxwood-Ideal for Formal Hedges-Dense Foliage 2/2.5' w B&B

Winter Gem Littleleaf Boxwood-Ideal for Formal Hedges-Dense Foliage 2/2.5' w B&B

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Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem' Information Page
Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem'

Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem'

Description

Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem', commonly known as 'Winter Gem' Littleleaf Boxwood, is a versatile evergreen shrub known for its dense, glossy foliage. It maintains its vibrant green color throughout the year, making it a popular choice for hedges, borders, and topiary.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for formal hedges, foundation plantings, and as a specimen plant in containers. It is also perfect for creating structured garden designs and can be used in both traditional and modern landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Winter Gem' Littleleaf Boxwood
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows 2-4 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Insignificant
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other boxwoods, hydrangeas, and azaleas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with the root ball level with the soil surface
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate temperature
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