Spec sheet
- Hardiness
- Hardy to zone 5
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Sizes we grow
Container grown (CG)
- #1
- #5
About this plant
Buxus x 'Green Gem' is a resilient and compact boxwood variety prized for its dense, rounded form and vibrant, emerald-green foliage that retains its color even through harsh winters. This evergreen shrub is an excellent choice for formal hedges, borders, or container planting and requires minimal maintenance to stay lush and attractive. Its slow growth habit makes it ideal for smaller gardens or spaces, allowing for beautifully sculpted designs without frequent pruning.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate, well-drained soil preferred
- Growth rate: Slow
- Mature size (HxW): 2–3 ft. x 2–3 ft.
- Habit: Dense, rounded form
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage, year-round appeal
- Hardiness zone: 4–9
- Soil tolerance: Adapts to various soil types; prefers neutral to slightly acidic
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate