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Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem' is a versatile and evergreen shrub known for its compact growth habit and rich green foliage. This hardy boxwood variety is ideal for creating formal hedges, borders, or low-maintenance landscaping, providing year-round structure and color to your garden.
Description:
- Dimensions: Grows to a height of 2-3 feet and spreads about 2-3 feet wide.
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to part sun, thriving in 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Water Requirements: Requires moderate watering; keep soil evenly moist but well-drained, particularly during dry spells.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
- Bloom Time: Primarily valued for its foliage; insignificant flowers may appear in late spring.
- Pruning: Prune as needed to maintain shape and encourage denser growth, ideally in late spring or early summer.
How to Plant:
- Location: Choose a well-drained location that receives full sun to part sun.
- Soil Preparation: Amend soil with organic matter to improve drainage and fertility.
- Planting: Dig a hole the same depth as the root ball and twice as wide. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
- Spacing: Space plants 2-3 feet apart for a dense hedge effect.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry spells.
Fun Fact: Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem' is particularly valued for its winter hardiness and ability to retain its vibrant green color even in colder climates. This makes it a popular choice for formal gardens and topiary work, where structure and form are essential.