Description

Buxus microphylla 'Green Gem' is a versatile, compact evergreen shrub known for its dense, rounded form and small, glossy green leaves. It maintains its vibrant color throughout the year, making it an excellent choice for formal hedges, borders, or as a standalone specimen in gardens.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use in low hedges, foundation plantings, or as a topiary. Its compact size and dense foliage make it perfect for formal gardens, container planting, and as an accent in mixed borders.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Green Gem'
• Common Name: 'Green Gem' Littleleaf Boxwood
• Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall and wide
• Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Foliage Type: Evergreen
• Bloom Time: Insignificant
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Attracts Pollinators: No
• Indoor Friendly: No
• Container Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
• Fragrant: No
• Cut Flower: No
• Grows Well With: Roses, Hydrangeas, Azaleas

Care Tips

• Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
• Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil.
• Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
• Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape.
• Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones.
• Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot.
• Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
• Special Care: Avoid planting in areas with poor drainage to prevent root rot.