Description
Green Gem is a Small, Naturally Round & Very Cold Hardy
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Green Gem Boxwood is very popular because it is so easy to grow & maintain. It keeps its naturally round shape and rarely needs any pruning. At about 2 feet tall & wide, it is a perfect shrub to put along walkways, driveways or as borders around a garden or natural area.
Green Gem Boxwood shrubs aren’t very fussy. They can handle most types of soil as long as they drain well. They can handle full to partial sun, even in the deep south. The Green Gem is also cold hardy to minus 30 degrees.
Green Gem is often confused with the Baby Gem Boxwood. Baby Gem is considered a dwarf Japanese Boxwood that can get up to 5 feet tall. There’s also the Green Velvet Boxwood. Compared to the Green Gem, the Green Velvet Boxwood is twice as large.
Green Gem Boxwood Plant Facts:
| Botanical Name | Buxus x ‘Green Gem’ |
| Mature Height | 1 to 2 feet |
| Mature Spread | 1 to 2 feet |
| Soil Type | Well drained |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Flower Color | Yellow/Green |
| Grow Zone | 4 to 9 |
USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Green Gem Boxwood deer resistant?
Yes, the Green Gem Boxwood is a deer resistant broadleaf evergreen.
How fast does the Green Gem Boxwood grow?
The Green Gem Boxwood is a slow grower, it grows 6 inches or less a year.
Can the Green Gem Boxwood be grown in a pot?
Yes! The Green Gem Boxwoods growth rate and mature size makes it perfect for a well-draining container, or to fill a smaller space.
When is the best time to prune boxwood shrubs?
Wisconsin
