Winter Gem Boxwood
Winter Gem Boxwood is one of the most versatile and hardy evergreen shrubs, prized for its dense, glossy green foliage that remains vibrant through all seasons. Its natural mounded shape and ability to be pruned into clean lines make it a top choice for formal gardens and decorative hedges.
Easy to grow and adaptable to various soil conditions, Winter Gem tolerates both full sun and partial shade. It’s deer-resistant, low-maintenance, and perfect for foundation plantings, borders, and topiary work. With minimal pruning, it maintains a neat, refined look year-round.
- � Evergreen foliage with year-round color
- ✂️ Easily shaped into hedges or topiary
- � Deer-resistant and low-maintenance
- � Grows in full sun to partial shade
- � Mature Size: 3–4 ft. tall, 3–4 ft. wide
- � Ideal for borders, foundation plantings & formal gardens
Note: Prune in late spring to maintain desired shape and encourage dense growth. Avoid heavy pruning in late summer to prevent winter damage.
Growing Zones: 5–9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 3–4 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Mature Width: | 3–4 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Winter Gem' |
| Growth Rate: | Slow to Moderate |
| Bloom Time: | N/A (grown for foliage) |
| Type: | Evergreen Shrub |
