RedCrocus 'Winter Gem' Littleleaf Boxwood | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders | Low-Maintenance, Formal, Compact, Deer-Resistant | Full Sun to Partial Shade 1 Gallon
RedCrocus 'Winter Gem' Littleleaf Boxwood | Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Borders | Low-Maintenance, Formal, Compact, Deer-Resistant | Full Sun to Partial Shade 1 Gallon
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$60.00 USD
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$78.00 USD
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Winter Gem' Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem'
Description
This compact evergreen shrub features dense, small, bright green leaves and maintains a tidy, rounded form. It is ideal for hedges, borders, and container planting, providing year-round greenery with minimal maintenance.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for formal hedges, foundation plantings, patio containers, and landscape accents in residential and commercial gardens.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Winter Gem' Littleleaf Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem' -
Common Name: Winter Gem' Littleleaf Boxwood -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 feet in height and width; slow to moderate growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 5-9 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen -
Bloom Time: Usually inconspicuous or absent -
Growth Rate: Slow -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs, foundation plants, and ornamental grasses
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade; space appropriately for desired size -
Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained -
Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay soils adapted for shrubs -
Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Trim after new growth to shape or control size; minimal pruning needed -
Winter Care: Protect in colder zones with mulch; hardy to zone 5 -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery -
Fertilization: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Regular watering during droughts, slight shaping as needed
