| Size | 2 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 10 Gallon, B&B (1.25-1.5 ft.), B&B (1.5-2 ft.), B&B (2-2.5 ft.), B&B (2.5-3 ft.) |
|---|---|
| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | Non-Native |
| Zone | 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b |
| Height Range (ft.) | 2.00 to 4.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 2.00 to 4.00 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | inconspicuous, pale green to yellow flowers |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | Border, Formal gardens, foundation plantings, Hedge, Topiary |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate |
Buxus x Winter Gem is a compact, evergreen shrub with glossy foliage and a mounded form, ideal for low hedges, borders, and year-round structure in the landscape.
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| Size | 2 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 10 Gallon, B&B (1.25-1.5 ft.), B&B (1.5-2 ft.), B&B (2-2.5 ft.), B&B (2.5-3 ft.) |
|---|---|
| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | Non-Native |
| Zone | 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b |
| Height Range (ft.) | 2.00 to 4.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 2.00 to 4.00 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | inconspicuous, pale green to yellow flowers |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | Border, Formal gardens, foundation plantings, Hedge, Topiary |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate |
Buxus x Winter Gem, commonly known as Winter Gem Boxwood, is a compact, rounded evergreen shrub valued for its lush green foliage, cold hardiness, and reliable year-round structure. It typically grows 2 to 4 feet tall and wide, forming a neat, mounded shape that responds well to pruning. The small, glossy leaves maintain their green color through most of the winter, with a slight bronzing in colder climates. Buxus x Winter Gem is a favorite for low hedges, foundation plantings, and formal borders due to its tidy appearance and ease of maintenance.
Why choose Buxus x Winter Gem
Compact and dense: Ideal for small hedges and low borders
Cold-hardy: Holds up well through winter in northern zones
Tidy and versatile: Easy to shape and maintain
Cultivating tips
Sun exposure: Full sun to part shade
Soil needs: Well-drained soil; prefers neutral to slightly alkaline pH
Maintenance: Low—light pruning in spring or summer to maintain form
Designs for your garden
Foundation plantings: Offers year-round structure near buildings
Formal edging: Excellent for neat, low borders along paths or beds
Container plantings: Works well in pots for entryways or patios
Ecological benefits
Deer-resistant: Seldom browsed by deer
Low maintenance: Requires minimal input once established
Winter interest: Maintains color and structure in all seasons
Similar native alternatives
Looking for a native option? Here are three native plants that offer similar seasonal interest and landscape value:
Ilex glabra Gembox® – Gembox Inkberry
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