buxus microphylla Green Gem #3

$46.00

Green Gem is a compact, dense evergreen shrub known for its vibrant green foliage and naturally rounded habit. This slow-growing boxwood maintains a tidy form with minimal pruning, making it ideal for formal hedges, foundation plantings, container gardens, and mixed borders. Its small leaves and uniform growth provide year-round structure and a polished look to landscapes.

🌱 Hardiness Zones

USDA Zones: 5 – 9 — suitable for most temperate climates, including Pennsylvania.

📏 Mature SizeHeight: ~2 – 3 ft
Width: ~3 – 4 ft
Slow-growing, compact, and naturally mounded; excellent for low hedges, mass plantings, or container use.

☀️ Light Requirements

Best: Full sun to partial shade
Performs well in sunny or partially shaded locations; full sun encourages the densest foliage.

💧 Water Requirements

Water Needs: Moderate
Prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil; water regularly during establishment and in dry periods, but avoid waterlogged soil to prevent root rot.

buxus microphylla Green Gem #3

Care Instructions