| 1–3 | — | $59.00 ea |
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| 4-9 | 5% off | $56.05 ea |
| 10-15 | 15% off | $50.15 ea |
| 16-23 | 25% off | $44.25 ea |
| 24+ | 35% off | $38.35 ea |
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Buxus 'Green Gem'
Choose Green Gem Boxwood for a small, tidy evergreen border where you want a rounded shape without constant shearing. The tradeoff is slow growth, so it is not the pick when you need quick size or privacy.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B | It gives clean evergreen structure, but its small scale reads quiet rather than bold. |
| Growth Rate | C+ | It fills in steadily, but patience matters if you are starting with small plants. |
| Maintenance | A- | Its rounded habit keeps pruning light, though edging a formal line still takes clipping. |
| 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, bushy habit suits entries, paths, and foundation corners without crowding quickly. |
| Screening Value | D | It is too short and slow to serve as a privacy screen. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Green Gem where the goal is a neat low outline, not a screen. Give it decent drainage, mulch lightly, and avoid crowding it against steps or siding.
| Botanical Name | Buxus 'Green Gem' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Green Gem Boxwood |
| Mature Height | 2-4 ft |
| Mature Width | 2-4 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8b |
| Spacing | 2-3 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to moist |
| Growth Habit | Dwarf, rounded, dense globe |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Native | No (hybrid of Asian and European parent species) |
Not much for a rounded look; formal edges need more clipping.
It is known for good winter color, though exposed windy sites can still bronze.
Yes, for a low hedge; it is not meant for privacy.
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SKU:PGNE-35008
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