{"product_id":"gem-box-holly-shrub","title":"Proven Winners? Gem Box? Holly Shrub - Ilex glabra 'Gem Box'","description":"\u003ch3\u003eGem Box® Holly Shrub (Ilex glabra 'Gem Box')\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for an elegant evergreen shrub that delivers structure without demanding constant attention? The Gem Box® Holly is a refined, naturally compact plant featuring deep green foliage and striking red-tipped growth in spring. When you buy Gem Box® Holly online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're investing in a disease-resistant alternative to traditional boxwoods that thrives in most landscapes while maintaining its polished appearance year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis versatile shrub excels in formal hedging, foundation plantings, and container gardens where you need a tidy, architectural look. Its naturally dense branching all the way to the ground makes it perfect for defining garden beds, framing entryways, or creating privacy screens without looking sparse or overgrown. Plant it individually as a specimen or mass several together for a unified, manicured landscape effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 3-4 feet at maturity\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 3-4 feet at maturity\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6 hours daily)\u003cbr\u003eWater: Moderate; consistent moisture during establishment\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining, adaptable to most soil types\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 4-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Naturally dense, compact form requires minimal pruning for a professional appearance\u003cbr\u003e• Striking spring growth with attractive red-tinted new foliage adds seasonal color\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent pest and disease resistance compared to traditional boxwood varieties\u003cbr\u003e• Produces ornamental berries alongside evergreen foliage for year-round visual interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Dig a hole matching your shrub's root ball, position it carefully, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly to settle roots. Apply 3 to 4 inches of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. Water weekly during the growing season if rainfall is insufficient, and apply an evergreen fertilizer each spring. While pruning isn't necessary, you can shape this shrub to suit your landscape design preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 Quart","offer_id":45814341697722,"sku":"20914","price":104.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/gem-box-holly-shrub.jpg?v=1777510077","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/gem-box-holly-shrub","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}