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Winter Gem Boxwood

Winter Gem Boxwood

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Transform Your Garden with Winter Gem Boxwood: The Evergreen Elegance!

Introducing the Winter Gem Boxwood, a charming addition to any garden. Known for its lush, year-round foliage and easy-to-shape form, this evergreen shrub is perfect for adding structure and beauty to your outdoor space. Let's explore what makes this plant a must-have:

Benefits:

  • Year-Round Color: The Winter Gem Boxwood maintains its rich green hue through every season, ensuring your garden looks vibrant even in the depths of winter.
  • Easy to Shape: Its dense, compact growth makes it ideal for topiary, hedges, and borders. Trim it into any shape you desire for a customized look.
  • Low Maintenance: This resilient shrub is drought-tolerant and pest-resistant, making it a breeze to care for.
  • Versatile Placement: Perfect for foundation plantings, edging, or as a focal point in mixed borders.

Planting and Care Tips:

Winter Gem Boxwoods thrive in full sun to partial shade and prefer well-drained soil. Plant them about 2-3 feet apart for a hedge or closer for a denser appearance. Regular watering is crucial during the first year to establish a robust root system. Once established, these boxwoods are quite drought-tolerant, requiring minimal upkeep.

Ideal for Containers and Indoor Spaces:

Not just for the garden, Winter Gem Boxwoods also thrive in containers, making them perfect for patios and balconies. With their evergreen nature, they can even bring a touch of greenery to indoor spaces if provided with ample light.

Add the Winter Gem Boxwood to your garden collection today and enjoy a touch of timeless elegance all year round!

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  • Product Category

    Evergreen Shrub

  • Product Subcategory:

    Boxwood

  • Botanical Name:

    Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem'

  • Does Not Ship To:

    AZ, OR, TN, PA

  • Mature Height:

    2-4 ft.

  • Mature Width:

    4-5 ft.

  • Growing Zone:

    6-9 outdoors

  • Indoor Growing:

  • Sunlight:

    Full-Part Sun

  • Growth Rate:

    Moderate

  • Harvest Time:

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Winter Gem Boxwood

Planting Directions

<h2>Planting and Caring for Winter Gem Boxwood</h2>
<h3>Planting</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> Choose a spot with partial to full sun and well-draining soil.</li>
<li><strong>Spacing:</strong> Plant shrubs 2-3 feet apart.</li>
<li><strong>Hole:</strong> Dig a hole twice as wide and as deep as the root ball.</li>
<li><strong>Planting:</strong> Place the shrub in the hole, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Care</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Watering:</strong> Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the first year.</li>
<li><strong>Fertilization:</strong> Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.</li>
<li><strong>Mulching:</strong> Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate temperature.</li>
<li><strong>Pruning:</strong> Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape.</li>
</ul>
<p>Protect from harsh winter winds to prevent foliage damage.</p>

Winter Gem Boxwood

FAQs

<h2>FAQs about the Winter Gem Boxwood</h2>
<h3>1. What are the key features of the Winter Gem Boxwood?</h3>
The Winter Gem Boxwood is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its small, glossy green leaves and dense, rounded form. It maintains its vibrant green color throughout the winter, making it a popular choice for hedges, borders, and topiary. It typically grows to a height and width of 2-4 feet.
<h3>2. How do I plant and care for my Winter Gem Boxwood?</h3>
Plant your Winter Gem Boxwood in well-draining soil with full to partial sunlight. Water it regularly, especially during the first year, to help establish its root system. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain its shape and encourage new growth.
<h3>3. Can the Winter Gem Boxwood be grown in containers or indoors?</h3>
Yes, the Winter Gem Boxwood can be grown in containers, making it a versatile choice for patios, balconies, and small gardens. When grown in containers, ensure the pot has good drainage and water regularly. While it can be grown indoors for short periods, it thrives best outdoors with ample sunlight.
<h3>4. What are the benefits of planting a Winter Gem Boxwood?</h3>
The Winter Gem Boxwood offers numerous benefits, including:
<ul>
<li><strong>Year-Round Greenery:</strong> Retains its vibrant green color even in winter.</li>
<li><strong>Low Maintenance:</strong> Requires minimal pruning and is relatively pest-resistant.</li>
<li><strong>Versatility:</strong> Ideal for hedges, borders, topiary, and container planting.</li>
<li><strong>Compact Size:</strong> Perfect for small gardens and landscape designs.</li>
</ul>
<h3>5. When is the best time to plant a Winter Gem Boxwood, and how fast does it grow?</h3>
The best time to plant a Winter Gem Boxwood is in the early spring or fall when temperatures are cooler. This timing helps the shrub establish its roots before the heat of summer or the cold of winter. The Winter Gem Boxwood has a moderate growth rate, typically adding 3-6 inches in height and width each year under optimal conditions.