Description
Baby Gem Boxwood For Sale Online
Baby Gem is a dwarf variety of the popular and hardy Japanese Boxwood (buxus). They are a dense, low-maintenance evergreen shrub. It is deer, rabbit, and pest resistant. Because it has such a dense growth habit, it rarely needs pruning. The growth rate is slow. A lot depends on soil, water & sunlight conditions at the planting site.
The Baby Gem does well in full sun to part shade and is drought tolerant once established. Baby Gem Boxwood is popular as a low hedge or border. If planting to create a hedge, space the Boxwood about 2 feet apart to create a thick, lush evergreen hedge. Landscapers choose the Baby Gem for their high-end look.
This boxwood is also used in containers as accent plants on patios and porches. Just make sure the container is large enough to handle the root growth. The root ball will grow to approximately the same width & depth as the shrub.
While established growth has the familiar small, dark green leaves, Baby Gem new growth is very unique. New leaves emerge with a cherry-yellow tint.
Baby Gem Boxwood Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 3 – 4 feet |
| Mature Width | 3 – 4 feet |
| Sunlight | Sun to partial shade |
| Soil Conditions | Any well-drained soil |
| Grow Zones | 5 to 9 |
| Botanical Name |
Buxus microphylla var. japonica ‘Gregem’ (PP# 21,159) |
USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 9
Baby Gem Boxwood Frequently Asked Questions
How fast do Baby Gem Boxwoods grow?
Baby Gem are considered to have a moderate growth rate. This means you expect roughly 6 inches a year in new growth.
How often do you need to prune Baby Gem Boxwoods?
One of the beauties of the baby Gem is that it naturally keeps its compact mounded shape. It rarely needs pruning. It can handle any light pruning any time of the year except late fall.
Can Baby Gem Boxwoods handle full sun?
Baby Gem thrive when they can get 5 hours of sunlight a day. Just avoid planting in locations where they get too much direct sun on late afternoon summers.
When is the best time to prune boxwood shrubs?
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