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RedCrocus Franklin's Gem Korean Boxwood Buxus microphylla | Compact Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Containers 5 Gallon
RedCrocus Franklin's Gem Korean Boxwood Buxus microphylla | Compact Evergreen Shrub for Hedges & Containers 5 Gallon
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Franklin's Gem' Korean Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Franklin's Gem'
Description
A compact evergreen shrub featuring dense, small, dark green foliage. It maintains a neat, rounded shape and is ideal for formal hedges or containers.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for shaping into topiary, creating hedges, or accenting garden borders and patio containers.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Franklin's Gem' Korean Boxwood Buxus microphylla 'Franklin's Gem' -
Common Name: Franklin's Gem' Korean Boxwood -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 feet in height with a spread of 2 feet; slow to moderate growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 5-8 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen, small, dark green leaves -
Bloom Time: Generally not flowering prominently -
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: Other evergreen shrubs and low-maintenance perennials
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space 2 feet apart for hedging. -
Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged -
Soil Type: Well-draining, loamy or sandy soil -
Humidity: Normal garden humidity, avoid high humidity areas -
Pruning Instructions: Light trimming after new growth to maintain shape -
Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones -
Planting Depth: Same depth as in nursery container -
Fertilization: Feed with a balanced fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot
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