Gold Gem Boxwood

Gold Gem Boxwood – Compact Year-Round Glow

Brighten up your landscape with the Gold Gem Boxwood (Buxus x 'Gold Gem'), a stunning small-scale shrub that provides four-season color and structure. Unlike traditional broadleaf evergreen Boxwoods, Gold Gem boasts radiant yellow-gold-edged green foliage that holds its brilliance year-round, even in the colder months!

This slow-growing, naturally rounded Dwarf shrub is perfect for low hedges, foundation plantings, borders, and container gardens—offering a formal yet vibrant look with minimal maintenance.

With outstanding cold hardiness, excellent drought tolerance, and deer resistance, this easy-care evergreen is ideal for both classic and modern landscapes. Whether used as a low hedge, accent plant, or mass planting, Gold Gem Boxwood provides year-round color and structure with effortless charm.

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Why You'll Love Gold Gem Boxwood

If you love golden foliage, year-round interest, and a compact, manageable size, Gold Gem Boxwood is the perfect choice!

• Bright Golden-Yellow Foliage – Leaves emerge golden-green in spring and deepen to a warm gold-edged green, offering seasonal dimension.
• Evergreen & Year-Round Interest – Maintains dense, vibrant four-season foliage throughout all seasons, even in cold winters.
• Naturally Compact & Rounded – Grows only 1-2 feet tall and wide, perfect for small gardens, edging, and containers.
• Cold Hardy & Heat Tolerant – Handling both chilly winters and warm summers throughout USDA growing zones 5 to 9.
• Deer & Pest Resistant – Unlike other shrubs, Boxwoods are unappealing to deer and most garden pests.
• Low Maintenance & Easy to Grow – Requires minimal pruning and thrives in various soil conditions.

Using Gold Gem Boxwood In The Landscape

This versatile, easy-care broadleaf evergreen shrub fits seamlessly into formal and casual landscapes alike, offering a bright pop of color and reliable structure.

• Borders & Edging – Creates a low, glowing hedge or edging along walkways, driveways, and garden beds. The naturally neat and tidy growth lends itself to easy formal landscaping.
• Foundation Plantings – Adds warm contrast against darker evergreens or home exteriors.
• Container Gardens & Patios – Thrives in planters and pots, offering a neat, sculpted look year-round.
• Mass Plantings & Low Hedges – Forms a dense, eye-catching drift when planted in groups.
• Accent Planting & Color Contrast – Pairs beautifully with dark green Boxwoods, Hydrangeas, and Perennials.
• Formal & Japanese Gardens – Complements structured, manicured designs with its rounded form and golden hue.

Care & Maintenance

This trouble-free, long-lived dwarf Boxwood shrub thrives with minimal care, making it perfect for gardeners of all levels. Find tips and tricks to grow yours HERE.

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade; best color develops in at least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily.
• Soil & Fertilizing: Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring for lush, vibrant growth.
• Watering: Water regularly during the first year; once established, it is highly drought-tolerant.
• Mulching: Apply a 3-4-inch layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning required—light shaping in early spring keeps it looking neat.

Brighten Your Landscape With Gold Gem Boxwood!

For timeless elegance with a modern space-saving twist, Gold Gem Boxwood Bush is an unbeatable choice! Whether used as a low-maintenance hedge, a golden accent in mixed plantings, or a stunning container plant, its vivid color and compact size make it an easy, worry-free way to enhance your garden.

Order yours today at Nature Hils Nursery and enjoy glowing golden foliage year-round!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How fast does Gold Gem Boxwood grow?
It has a slow to moderate growth rate, reaching 1-2 feet tall and wide over time.

Can Boxwood be grown in full shade?
It does best in full sun to partial shade, but too much shade may cause leggy, fading or slower growth.

Is it deer-resistant?
Yes! Boxwoods are naturally unappealing to deer, making them a great choice for areas with wildlife pressure.

Does Boxwood need a lot of pruning?
No! Its naturally rounded shape requires only occasional light pruning to maintain form.

Can I grow Boxwood in a container?
Absolutely! Gold Gem Boxwood thrives in pots, making it an excellent choice for patios, balconies, and formal entryways.

Will Gold Gem Boxwood lose its leaves in winter?
No! It is fully evergreen and maintains golden foliage year-round, even in cold climates.