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RedCrocus Franklin's Gem Korean Boxwood Buxus microphylla | Evergreen Shrub Edging Hedges Patio Garden 3 Gallon

RedCrocus Franklin's Gem Korean Boxwood Buxus microphylla | Evergreen Shrub Edging Hedges Patio Garden 3 Gallon

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Franklin's Gem' Korean Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Franklin's Gem'

Description

A dense, compact evergreen shrub featuring small, dark green foliage that remains lush year-round. Perfect for formal hedges, topiaries, or edging in garden landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for creating neat hedges, defining garden borders, or as a container plant for patios and entryways. Its uniform growth makes it suitable for shaping and pruning.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Buxus microphylla 'Franklin's Gem'
  • Common Name: Franklin's Gem' Korean Boxwood
  • Size & Growth: Up to 3-4 feet tall and wide, slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time: Not typically flowering
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to part 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, perennials, and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during establishment.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Adaptable to various soil types, prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity: Average humidity levels acceptable
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly after new growth to maintain shape.
  • Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; minimal winter watering needed.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization: Feed with an evergreen shrub fertilizer in early spring and late summer.
  • Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent disease.
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