{"id":51179,"date":"2023-03-26T12:15:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-26T17:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/?post_type=product&p=51179"},"modified":"2026-04-18T19:11:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T00:11:47","slug":"green-gem-boxwood","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/product\/green-gem-boxwood\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Gem Boxwood"},"content":{"rendered":"

Green Gem Boxwood<\/strong> Compact, evergreen, and beautifully shaped, Green Gem Boxwood<\/strong> (Buxus x ‘Green Gem’<\/em>) is a reliable, low-maintenance shrub perfect for creating a polished and refined landscape. This slow-growing hybrid boxwood forms a naturally rounded shape with dense, glossy green foliage that remains vibrant year-round. Ideal for small hedges, borders, foundation plantings, or container gardening, Green Gem Boxwood is an excellent choice for adding structure and elegance to any outdoor space.<\/p>\n

Key Features:<\/h3>\n
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  • Naturally Compact & Rounded<\/strong>: Grows into a neat, ball-like shape without heavy pruning.<\/li>\n
  • Evergreen Foliage<\/strong>: Deep green, glossy leaves provide year-round beauty.<\/li>\n
  • Slow Growth Rate<\/strong>: Reaches 2-3 feet tall and wide, maintaining its shape with minimal maintenance.<\/li>\n
  • Cold Hardy<\/strong>: Excellent tolerance for cold climates, making it a great choice for northern gardens.<\/li>\n
  • Deer & Pest Resistant<\/strong>: Resilient against browsing wildlife and common garden pests.<\/li>\n
  • Versatile Design<\/strong>: Perfect for low hedges, foundation plantings, formal gardens, and container arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Care Tips:<\/h3>\n
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    • Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade for best growth.<\/li>\n
    • Water regularly until established, then as needed during dry periods.<\/li>\n
    • Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.<\/li>\n
    • Prune lightly in early spring to maintain its shape and density.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Whether used to frame walkways, create a manicured hedge, or serve as a striking accent plant, Green Gem Boxwood<\/strong> is a timeless and versatile addition to any garden. Its year-round greenery and naturally compact form make it a favorite for classic and modern landscapes alike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Green Gem Boxwood – The smallest of the Boxwoods, the Green Gem is easy to maintain and great for smaller spaces.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":51181,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"Green Gem Boxwood<\/strong>\r\n\r\nCompact, evergreen, and beautifully shaped, Green Gem Boxwood<\/strong> (Buxus x 'Green Gem'<\/em>) is a reliable, low-maintenance shrub perfect for creating a polished and refined landscape. This slow-growing hybrid boxwood forms a naturally rounded shape with dense, glossy green foliage that remains vibrant year-round. Ideal for small hedges, borders, foundation plantings, or container gardening, Green Gem Boxwood is an excellent choice for adding structure and elegance to any outdoor space.\r\n

      Key Features:<\/h3>\r\n
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      • Naturally Compact & Rounded<\/strong>: Grows into a neat, ball-like shape without heavy pruning.<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Evergreen Foliage<\/strong>: Deep green, glossy leaves provide year-round beauty.<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Slow Growth Rate<\/strong>: Reaches 2-3 feet tall and wide, maintaining its shape with minimal maintenance.<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Cold Hardy<\/strong>: Excellent tolerance for cold climates, making it a great choice for northern gardens.<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Deer & Pest Resistant<\/strong>: Resilient against browsing wildlife and common garden pests.<\/li>\r\n \t
      • Versatile Design<\/strong>: Perfect for low hedges, foundation plantings, formal gardens, and container arrangements.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

        Care Tips:<\/h3>\r\n
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        • Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade for best growth.<\/li>\r\n \t
        • Water regularly until established, then as needed during dry periods.<\/li>\r\n \t
        • Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.<\/li>\r\n \t
        • Prune lightly in early spring to maintain its shape and density.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nWhether used to frame walkways, create a manicured hedge, or serve as a striking accent plant, Green Gem Boxwood<\/strong> is a timeless and versatile addition to any garden. Its year-round greenery and naturally compact form make it a favorite for classic and modern landscapes alike.","_et_gb_content_width":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[2717,235,1956,1955,1954,1973,1972],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-51179","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-boxwood-shrubs","7":"product_cat-shrubs","8":"product_cat-evergreen-shrubs","9":"product_cat-shade-part-sun-shrubs","10":"product_cat-sun-shrubs","11":"product_cat-shade-plants","12":"product_cat-sun-plants-6-or-more-hours-of-sun","14":"first","15":"outofstock","16":"taxable","17":"shipping-taxable","18":"purchasable","19":"product-type-variable"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/51179","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/51181"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=51179"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=51179"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=51179"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=51179"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}