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Green Gem Box

Buxus sempervirens 'Green Gem' · Buxaceae

A very hardy, naturally globe-shaped box forming a tight green ball with minimal clipping. Excellent for cold-climate low hedges, knot gardens and formal balls.

At a glance

Habit: Shrub
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Moderate Water
Soil: Well-Drained, Clay Soil
Climate: Cool Temperate, Warm Temperate
Frost: Frost-Hardy
Mature size: 0.6 m H × 0.6 m W
Foliage: Evergreen
Growth rate: Slow-Growing
Maintenance: Low Maintenance

Good for

Hedging & Screening
Topiary
Pots & Containers
Toxic to Pets