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1 Gal. Winter Gem Boxwood Shrub Beautiful, Hardy, Especially Colorful in Winter
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This evergreen has a bit of a romantic history: its hardwood was used in ancient times for making boxes and small containers in its native Japan. The Winter Gem Boxwood is extremely versatile in its uses and is now prized for its dense foliage. It can be sheared into low hedges, topiaries, planted within simple or ornate parterres and define borders in a la…
This evergreen has a bit of a romantic history: its hardwood was used in ancient times for making boxes and small containers in its native Japan. The Winter Gem Boxwood is extremely versatile in its uses and is now prized for its dense foliage. It can be sheared into low hedges, topiaries, planted within simple or ornate parterres and define borders in a landscape. Additionally, cuttings from boxwoods like Winter Gem are regaining their ancient popularity for modern uses such as seasonal spring wreaths. Over winter, the foliage of Winter Gem Boxwood may turn a golden-bronze, however, it is 1 of the first plants to become green in the spring. This plant thrives in partial to full sun in hardiness zones 5-9. It grows best in well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil. Left unsheared, it can grow to 4 ft. to 6 ft. tall and wide. Easy to care for with a moderate growth rate, you're sure to be pleased with this versatile cultivar.
Description
This evergreen has a bit of a romantic history: its hardwood was used in ancient times for making boxes and small containers in its native Japan. The Winter Gem Boxwood is extremely versatile in its uses and is now prized for its dense foliage. It can be sheared into low hedges, topiaries, planted within simple or ornate parterres and define borders in a landscape. Additionally, cuttings from boxwoods like Winter Gem are regaining their ancient popularity for modern uses such as seasonal spring wreaths. Over winter, the foliage of Winter Gem Boxwood may turn a golden-bronze, however, it is 1 of the first plants to become green in the spring. This plant thrives in partial to full sun in hardiness zones 5-9. It grows best in well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil. Left unsheared, it can grow to 4 ft. to 6 ft. tall and wide. Easy to care for with a moderate growth rate, you're sure to be pleased with this versatile cultivar.
Specifications
| Size | 1 Gallon(s) |
| Height | 12 In |
| Bloom Time | Fall To Spring |
| Mature Shape | Shrub |
| Width | 24 In. |
| Fragrance | Fragrant |
| Blossom Color Family | White |
| Mature Shrub Height Range (Ft.) | 4-5 Ft. |
| Optimal Soil Condition | Neutral |
| Common Name Family | Boxwood |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 (20 To -10 F),6 (10 To 0 F),7 (0 To 10 F) |
| Number Of Plants Included (Pack-size) | 1 |
| Botanical Name | Buxus Microphylla Japonica 'Winter Gem' |
| Sun Tolerance | Sun Or Shade |
| Pet Friendly | Safe For Cats, Safe For Dogs |
| Mature Height (Ft.) | 4-6 |
| Annual / Perennial | Perennial |
| Container Type | Container |
| Evergreen Or Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Returnable | 90-day |
| Water Requirements | Twice A Week |
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