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Baby Gem Boxwood - #2 Container - Southern Living Plant

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Baby Gem Boxwood - #2 Container - Southern Living Plant

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Boxwood leaves are turning yellow, even with regular watering, and transplanting can be difficult. However, the plant is healthy and growing nicely, and customers are hopeful that it will survive and flourish. Delivery was excellent and the plant was delivered quickly.

USDA Hardiness Zones 5 - 9 Height 4 Feet Spread 4 - 5 Feet Full Sun Baby Gem™ Boxwood, Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Gregem' PP21159, is the ideal shrub for a small space. This plant is perfect for small gardens and focal points with its small stature and delicate leaves. Since its evergreen, this shrub will always stand out in the winter m…

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USDA Hardiness Zones 5 - 9 Height 4 Feet Spread 4 - 5 Feet Full Sun Baby Gem™ Boxwood, Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Gregem' PP21159, is the ideal shrub for a small space. This plant is perfect for small gardens and focal points with its small stature and delicate leaves. Since its evergreen, this shrub will always stand out in the winter months. Drought tolerant, deer and pest resistant, and low maintenance - this is a shrub that will please. Try growing these into a small garden path border for a natural hedge that outlines the path year round. These bushes are also great in mass plantings because of the small size and ease of care. Baby Gem Boxwood Care Plan on establishing your Baby Gem boxwood in soil that drains well. Following planting, water until well established. These plants need at least 5 hours of sunlight each day. Prune the Baby Gem Boxwood in the spring, when new growth is emerging. These shrubs do not lose leaves in the winter, meaning the bush is evergreen. You can grow these into well manicured hedges or other shapes, including topiaries. Or you can allow these shrubs to grow without trimming, for a more natural look all year round. Once established, these shrubs are very hardy and easy to care for. Unless you want to trim these bushes into formal shapes, the plants will require minimum maintenance. Baby Gem Boxwood Spacing For an informal planting, plant 3 to 4 feet apart on center. If you are planning on pruning into a formal hedge, plant 18 to 24 inches apart center on center. You can also plant these in garden planters, for year round interest regardless of weather. Typically, you will not need more than 1 plant per container, unless the planter is very large. Baby Gem Boxwood Plant Facts USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Flower Color(s): n/a Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage Foliage Color(s): Green Light Exposure: Full Sun Height: 4 Feet Spread: 45 Feet Habit: Rounded Compact Watering: Medium Features: Deer Resistant, Interest Year-Round Scientific Name: Buxus microphylla japonica 'Gregem' PP21159 Common Name: Baby Gem™ Boxwood Brand: Southern Living Plants | Bushes > Boxwoods Southern Living Plants 6092 749711282854

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Boxwood leaves are turning yellow, even with regular watering, and transplanting can be difficult. However, the plant is healthy and growing nicely, and customers are hopeful that it will survive and flourish. Delivery was excellent and the plant was delivered quickly.

Pros

Healthy plant
Fills dead space
Quick delivery
Great quality

Cons

Leaves turning yellow
Smaller than expected

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USDA Hardiness Zones 5 - 9 Height 4 Feet Spread 4 - 5 Feet Full Sun Baby Gem™ Boxwood, Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Gregem' PP21159, is the ideal shrub for a small space. This plant is perfect for small gardens and focal points with its small stature and delicate leaves. Since its evergreen, this shrub will always stand out in the winter months. Drought tolerant, deer and pest resistant, and low maintenance - this is a shrub that will please. Try growing these into a small garden path border for a natural hedge that outlines the path year round. These bushes are also great in mass plantings because of the small size and ease of care. Baby Gem Boxwood Care Plan on establishing your Baby Gem boxwood in soil that drains well. Following planting, water until well established. These plants need at least 5 hours of sunlight each day. Prune the Baby Gem Boxwood in the spring, when new growth is emerging. These shrubs do not lose leaves in the winter, meaning the bush is evergreen. You can grow these into well manicured hedges or other shapes, including topiaries. Or you can allow these shrubs to grow without trimming, for a more natural look all year round. Once established, these shrubs are very hardy and easy to care for. Unless you want to trim these bushes into formal shapes, the plants will require minimum maintenance. Baby Gem Boxwood Spacing For an informal planting, plant 3 to 4 feet apart on center. If you are planning on pruning into a formal hedge, plant 18 to 24 inches apart center on center. You can also plant these in garden planters, for year round interest regardless of weather. Typically, you will not need more than 1 plant per container, unless the planter is very large. Baby Gem Boxwood Plant Facts USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Flower Color(s): n/a Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage Foliage Color(s): Green Light Exposure: Full Sun Height: 4 Feet Spread: 45 Feet Habit: Rounded Compact Watering: Medium Features: Deer Resistant, Interest Year-Round Scientific Name: Buxus microphylla japonica 'Gregem' PP21159 Common Name: Baby Gem™ Boxwood Brand: Southern Living Plants | Bushes > Boxwoods Southern Living Plants 6092 749711282854

Specifications

Water Requirements	Medium
Features	Deer Resistant, Interest Year-round
Brand	Southern Living Plants
Light Exposure	Full Sun
Habit	Rounded Compact
Usda Hardiness Zones	5-9
Bloom Period	Grown For Foliage
Flower Color(s)	N/a
Common Name	Baby Gem™ Boxwood
Height	4 Feet
Foliage Color(s)	Green
Spread	4–5 Feet
Scientific Name	Buxus Microphylla Japonica 'Gregem' Pp21159