Boxwood 'Green Gem'

Sheridan Nurseries Ltd.

$49.99
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Elevate your garden's structure with the classic, sophisticated appeal of 'Green Gem' Boxwood. This horticultural gem is prized for its perfectly rounded, globe-like form and exceptionally dense, emerald-green foliage. Its small, glossy leaves catch the light year-round, maintaining their rich colour even through the winter months. Whether used to frame a formal walkway or as a lush, emerald accent in a container, its tidy and polished appearance provides an instant touch of timeless elegance to any landscape.

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Plant Details

Mature Size:

2-4' H x W

Zone:

4-9

Watering:

Medium

Foliage Type:

Broadleaf Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Slow

Light:

Full Sun/Partial Shade

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Green Gem Boxwood, Hybrid Boxwood

Scientific Name:

Buxus 'Green Gem'

Type:

Ornamental Evergreen Shrub

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: Typically 2–4 feet tall and wide.
  • Growth Habit: Naturally dense and globular.
  • Form: Compact, rounded mound.
  • Growth Rate: Slow.
  • Longevity: Approximately 30 years.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Thrives in sun to partial shade; benefits from a sheltered location to protect from harsh winter winds.
  • Soil Preferences: Prefers well-drained, fertile loamy soil.
  • Soil Tolerance: Adaptable to acidic, neutral, or slightly alkaline (basic) soils.
  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells; provide extra water in summer.

Special Features:

Exceptional winter hardiness, deer and rabbit resistant, drought tolerant once established, and highly tolerant of urban pollution.

Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom: Inconspicuous, fragrant yellowish-green flowers in early spring (April).
  • Fall Colour: Evergreen; glossy dark green leaves may take on a bronze hue in winter if exposed to extreme wind.
  • Bark: New stems are green, maturing to a square-shaped brown/copper.
  • Evergreen Interest: Maintains dense green foliage year-round.

Garden Value:

A versatile choice for formal gardens, low hedges, border edging, and topiary. Excellent for foundation plantings and as a year-round structural element in urban gardens or containers.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: Inconspicuous spring flowers provide a food source for bees.
  • Human Value: High ornamental value for structured landscaping and topiary. Caution: All parts are toxic if ingested by humans, cats, or dogs.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Spring or Fall.
  • Spacing: Space 2–3 feet apart for a dense hedge.
  • Location Tips: Plant in a spot sheltered from strong, drying winter winds to prevent foliage bronzing.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Best in full sun to partial shade.
  • Moisture Requirements: Needs moderate, consistent moisture; do not allow to dry out completely.
  • Maintenance & Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring. Prune in late spring or early summer after new growth emerges; avoid pruning before the last frost to protect new stems.

Tolerances:

Deer, rabbits, urban pollution, and varying soil pH.

Tips For Success:

Mulch annually with 1-2" of bark or compost to retain moisture and protect shallow roots. Avoid heavy cultivation around the base to prevent root damage. In snowy regions, remove heavy snow accumulation from branches to prevent breakage.

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