RedCrocus Green Gem Boxwood | Dense Evergreen Shrub for Hedges, Borders & Accent Plantings | Pet-Friendly, Deer Resistant, Easy Care, Versatile Landscape Plant 6 Gallon
RedCrocus Green Gem Boxwood | Dense Evergreen Shrub for Hedges, Borders & Accent Plantings | Pet-Friendly, Deer Resistant, Easy Care, Versatile Landscape Plant 6 Gallon
Regular price
$220.00 USD
Regular price
$286.00 USD
Sale price
$220.00 USD
Unit price
per
Shipping calculated at checkout.
SKU:nse4586-redcrocus
Couldn't load pickup availability
Green Gem' Hybridf Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Green Gem'
Description
A dense, compact evergreen shrub featuring vibrant green foliage. Perfect for hedges, borders, or accent plants in diverse landscape settings.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for formal hedges, topiary, container planting, and foundation plantings in residential or commercial landscapes.
Plant Details
-
Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Green Gem' -
Common Name: Green Gem' Boxwood -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 ft tall and wide over 10 years, with slow to moderate growth rate. -
Hardiness Zones: 5-9 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen, dense foliage -
Bloom Time: Generally none; occasionally small, insignificant flowers in spring -
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: Non-toxic to pets -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs, ornamental grasses
Care Tips
-
Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny to partly shaded location. Space plants approximately 2-3 feet apart for hedging. -
Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. -
Soil Type: Adaptable to a variety of soils, prefers loamy, well-drained soil. -
Humidity: Average humidity; avoid overly wet conditions. -
Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly after new growth to shape and maintain size. -
Winter Care: Protect in colder zones with mulch or burlap; minimal winter protection needed in zone 5. -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or nursery bed. -
Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. -
Special Care: Moling or shading may be beneficial during extreme heat periods.
