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Winter Gem Boxwood
Buxus microphylla japonica 'Winter Gem'Description
Enjoy the look you want in a low maintenance plant! The Winter Gem Boxwood is naturally rounded without pruning. Whether in a hedge or as an accent plant you will love the high-end appeal of this gorgeous and tough boxwood.
The Winter Gem Boxwood looks beautiful in small and large yards and urban and rural landscapes alike. This boxwood is covered with lush, light green foliage that darkens as it ages. The leaves of this boxwood are petite and smooth. You don't have to worry about prickly needles with this stunning shrub!
The Winter Gem Boxwood makes a lovely hedge. Trim for clean curves and sharp lines and angles. Leave unpruned for a more natural look. Plant a single shrub or groups. Define corners with a group of 3. Plant as an accent bush in a mixed bed or garden. Boxwoods are great for containers. Accent your deck, patio, porch, or entryway for a classy look. Boxwoods are generally shaped into balls. Step outside of the ball and into the box...try squares and rectangles for a showy look that will catch everyone's eye! Transform your landscape with boxwoods. The options are endless! Go formal. Go casual. It's all up to you!
Winter Gem Boxwoods grow in full sun to part shade. They adapt well to a variety of well-draining soils. Water deeply twice weekly when newly planted to help the roots grow properly. Add 2-3 inches of mulch to help your new plants stay moist. Once established this boxwood is drought tolerant. However, watering during dry periods even in winter will keep your Boxwood at its best. This boxwood is deer, rabbit, and pollution tolerant as well as pest and disease resistant!
No experience? No worries! The low maintenance Winter Gem Boxwood will have your neighbors thinking you hired a professional! Order yours today. This hardy Boxwood won't be in stock for long!

Shipping Restriction | AZ |
Soil Type | Adaptable, Well Drained |
Sunlight | Full, Partial |
Drought Tolerance | Good |
Mature Height | 2-4 Feet |
Mature Width | 2-4 Feet |
Fall Color | Green |
How To Care
Winter Gem Boxwoods grow in full sun to part shade. They adapt well to a variety of well-draining soils. Water deeply twice weekly when newly planted to help the roots grow properly. Add 2-3 inches of mulch to help your new plant stay moist. Once established this boxwood is drought tolerant. However, boxwoods will perform best when watered once weekly during dry periods, including in winter. Bronzing can occur when the roots are dry and this evergreen shrub is exposed to sun, wind, and freezing temperatures. This Winter Gem is one of the first to green back up though. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow release fertilizer to give your boxwood a boost. Pruning can be done anytime of the year. However, it is best to avoid pruning in late fall as pruning will stimulate new growth that will be too tender to survive the freezing, winter temperatures.
This boxwood is deer, rabbit, and pollution tolerant as well as pest and disease resistant.
Shipping Restriction | AZ |
Soil Type | Adaptable, Well Drained |
Sunlight | Full, Partial |
Drought Tolerance | Good |
Mature Height | 2-4 Feet |
Mature Width | 2-4 Feet |
Fall Color | Green |
Landscape Ideas
The Winter Gem Boxwood makes the ultimate low hedge. Trim for clean curves and sharp lines and angles. Leave unpruned for a natural look. Plant a single shrub or groups. Define corners with a group of 3. Boxwoods are great for containers. Accent your deck, patio, porch, or entryway for an upscale look. Sculpt your landscape with boxwoods! The options are endless!
For additional options, be sure to browse our Boxwood and Shrub collection.
Shipping Restriction | AZ |
Soil Type | Adaptable, Well Drained |
Sunlight | Full, Partial |
Drought Tolerance | Good |
Mature Height | 2-4 Feet |
Mature Width | 2-4 Feet |
Fall Color | Green |
Shipping Details
You can still order now, but due to cold weather and the risk of cold damage in transit, we will delay shipping to areas indicated on the map and below:
- Orders in Growing Zones 3-4 will ship May 1st
- Orders in Growing Zones 5-6 will ship mid April
- Orders in Growing Zones 7-10 will ship immediately
Some plants are not available for immediate shipment, and delayed delivery is noted.
We will return to normal shipping in the spring.
If you live within a delayed shipping zone and would like your plant shipped immediately, please contact customer support at support@plantingtree.com
Inventory is moving fast! Order now to reserve your plants. Due to cold weather and the risk of cold damage in transit, we will delay shipping to areas indicated on the map and below. We do this so your plant has the best opportunity to thrive in your landscape.
- Orders in Growing Zones 3-4 will start shipping May 1st
- Orders in Growing Zones 5-6 will start shipping mid April
- Orders in Growing Zones 7-10 will ship immediately
Some plants are not available for immediate shipment, but are available for pre-order and this will be indicated on the product page.
We will return to normal shipping schedules in the spring.
If you live within a delayed shipping zone and would like your plant shipped immediately, please contact customer support at support@plantingtree.com
*Orders ship in 1-3 days. West Coast orders may be held until the following Monday to prevent additional transit time.
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