{"product_id":"baby-gem-boxwood","title":"Southern Living? Baby Gem Boxwood Shrub - Buxus microphylla 'Baby Gem'","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSouthern Living® Baby Gem Boxwood Shrub (Buxus microphylla 'Baby Gem')\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Baby Gem Boxwood is a compact evergreen shrub that delivers sophisticated style with minimal effort. Known for its refined appearance and naturally tidy growth pattern, this Southern Living® selection offers gardeners a polished look that enhances any landscape. When you buy Baby Gem Boxwood online, you're investing in a reliable shrub that thrives in challenging climates while maintaining its attractive form year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis versatile shrub excels as a foundation planting, border accent, or container specimen for patios and porches. Its dense, full silhouette works beautifully in flower beds, along walkways, and as a framing element for entryways. The Baby Gem's compact nature makes it ideal for smaller spaces where you want significant visual impact without overwhelming your landscape design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 2–3 feet at maturity\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 2–3 feet at maturity\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eSun: 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily (tolerates afternoon shade)\u003cbr\u003eWater: Moderate; regular watering during establishment\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-drained soil; avoid areas with poor drainage\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Naturally compact growth habit requires minimal pruning while maintaining a manicured appearance\u003cbr\u003e• Fine-textured foliage with cheerful golden-yellow new growth in spring that matures to deep green\u003cbr\u003e• Dense branching extends to ground level, creating excellent visual fullness and coverage\u003cbr\u003e• Exceptional tolerance for heat, drought, and deer makes it a low-maintenance landscape solution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your Baby Gem Boxwood in a location with at least six hours of daily sunlight and well-drained soil. Dig a hole matching the depth of the root ball, position the shrub carefully, and backfill with native soil. Apply a 3- to 4-inch layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and reduce weeds, while keeping mulch away from the stem. Water weekly during the first growing season if natural rainfall is insufficient, checking soil moisture regularly. Once established, this resilient shrub requires minimal care and can be pruned to maintain shape, though it naturally develops an elegant form on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45814351790266,"sku":"13206","price":113.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/baby-gem-boxwood.jpg?v=1777510113","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/baby-gem-boxwood","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}