Buxus microphylla var. japonica Baby Gem™
Baby Gem™ boxwood
- Deer resistant
- Dark green foliage
- Compact habit
- Holds its evergreen dark foliage all year
- Heat and drought tolerant
- Low maintenance
- Great for foundations, edging or border uses
- Category: Shrub
- Alternate Cultivar: 'Gregem'
- Patent: PP21,159
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Height: 4-5 ft
- Spread: 4-5 ft
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Great, compact growing Boxwood is both heat and drought tolerant with year round dark green foliage color. Holds color in winter cold. Low maintenance evergreen is great for foundations, edging or border uses. Moderate growth rate.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Buxus microphylla var. japonica Baby Gem™
Plant in well-drained soil. Protect from drying winds. Roots require cool, moist conditions. Responds well to shape pruning at any time of the year. Hard pruning should be done in mid-winter.