| 1–3 | — | $44.25 ea |
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| 4-9 | 5% off | $42.04 ea |
| 10-15 | 15% off | $37.61 ea |
| 16-23 | 25% off | $33.19 ea |
| 24+ | 35% off | $28.76 ea |
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Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Franklin's Gem'
Choose Franklin's Gem Boxwood for a small, tidy evergreen mound where winter color matters; the tradeoff is slow growth, so pick another boxwood if you need height or quick fill.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | It gives clean evergreen structure, but it is more quiet and formal than showy. |
| Growth Rate | C | It fills in slowly, which helps control size but requires patience. |
| Maintenance | A- | Its naturally rounded habit keeps pruning needs lower than many formal boxwoods. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Boxwood is one of the most deer-resistant shrubs we grow; its foliage deters browsing, though no plant is fully immune. |
| Small Space Fit | A | Its compact habit works well along walks, entries, and foundation beds. |
| Screening Value | D | It is too low and slow for privacy or blocking views. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Franklin's Gem for small formal spots where a slow, dense boxwood is an advantage, not for customers trying to cover space quickly.
| Botanical Name | Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Franklin's Gem' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Franklin's Gem Boxwood |
| Mature Height | 2-4 ft |
| Mature Width | 3-4 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8b |
| Spacing | 2-3 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to moist |
| Growth Habit | Rounded, dense, compact |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Native | No (native to Korea and eastern Asia) |
Light touch-up pruning is usually enough if you like a neat rounded shape.
No, use a taller boxwood or evergreen if screening is the goal.
Yes, it is valued for better winter color retention than many traditional boxwoods.
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