Buxus microphylla 'Winter Gem'

Common Name: Winter Gem Boxwood

Bloomtime: Spring

Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Height: 0.6-1.5 m (2-5') ft

Spread: 0.6-1.5 m (2-5') ft

Spacing: 0.45-0.9 m (1.5-3') ft

Water: Average to moist. well drained soil

Hardiness: zones 5-9 (4 if sheltered)

Zone: 5

Deer Resistant: rarely damaged by deer

Drought Tolerant: not drought tolerant

Characteristics: Slow growing, rounded, evergreen shrub, Glossy, dark green foliage holds its colour well in the Winter, Good choice for hedging, specimens, borders, and containers,