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Buxus Microphylla Green Beauty

Buxus Green Gem

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Buxus 'Green Gem' is a compact, evergreen boxwood plant that is ideal for low hedges, borders, and topiary in New Zealand gardens. It forms a dense, rounded shrub with small, glossy green leaves that hold their colour year-round. Growing to around 60–90 cm tall and wide, it responds well to regular trimming and shaping. Thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, ‘Green Gem’ is hardy, low-maintenance, and perfect for formal or structured garden designs.

  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Shrubs
  • Height:
    1.20 m
  • Spread:
    1.20 m
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Hardy
  • Garden uses:
    Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Patios, Pool areas, Specimen, Topiary
  • Garden styles:
    Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

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