Nationwide Plants Winter Gem Boxwood
Best low maintenance evergreen for year round garden structure.
This evergreen shrub offers dense, lush foliage that maintains its structure throughout the year. Its compact, rounded habit makes it an ideal choice for formal hedges, foundation plantings, or garden borders that require minimal upkeep.
$99.95
Who it's for
- Homeowners seeking consistent curb appeal during harsh winter seasons
- Gardeners wanting quick privacy screens or defined landscape borders
- Busy property owners looking for high-impact, low-effort greenery
Who should skip it
- Landscapers in humid climates prone to fungal plant infections
- Sensory-sensitive individuals planning to plant near high-traffic outdoor living areas
- Gardeners in arid regions without automated irrigation systems
Performance breakdown
Cold Hardiness
Thrives reliably across a wide range of northern and southern climates.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal pruning to maintain its naturally dense, rounded shape.
Visual Versatility
Adapts perfectly to formal hedges, foundation plantings, or decorative garden borders.
Foliage Density
Produces thick, lush growth that provides excellent year-round privacy screening.
Seasonal Interest
Offers a unique color shift from green to bronze during winter.
Soil Adaptability
Establishes well in diverse soil conditions with very little fuss.
Key Specs
Mature Height
2-4 feet
Mature Width
2-4 feet
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-9
Sunlight
Full to Partial Sun
Botanical Name
Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem'
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Maintenance Level
Low
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