Protected Series:
Zone: 5
WINTER GEM BOXWOOD
Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Winter Gem' is commonly referred to as Winter Gem Boxwood. It is a Korean boxwood and one of the hardiest of the small-leaf boxwoods. It features a rounded, densely branched, compact habit. New foliage emerges lime-green and matures to a deep, glossy green. Foliage may tint bronze in the winter sun.
Winter Gem Boxwood is deer resistant and a fast grower. It thrives in full to part sun in average, evenly moist, well-drained soils. It is ideal planted as a shrub borders or in foundation plantings. Also makes a nice bonsai.
| PLANT | SIZE | TYPE | GALENA | ADD'L | DIG | SOON |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | 18-24 in | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | 24-30 in | 73 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | 30-36 in | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | con 10 | 24-30 in | 105 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | con 15 | 30-36 in | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | con 20 | 30-36 in | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | con 3 | 24-30 in | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | con 3 | 12-15 in | 149 | 209 | 0 | 125 |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | con 5 | 15-18 in | 65 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| BUXUS MIC WINTER GEM | con 7 | 18-24 in | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune regularly to maintain shape and promote healthy growth.
Available cultivars in this genus:
