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How do you take care of winter gem boxwoods?
‘Winter Gem’ shrubs need water regularly in their first growing season. Water ‘Winter Gem’ when the soil is dry 1 inch deep, using enough water to moisten the soil to the depth of the root ball. In hot weather, even established ‘Winter Gem’ shrubs need water at least once per week.
How long does it take for Winter Gem Boxwood to grow?
How fast do boxwood grow? Overall, boxwood has a very slow growth rate that’s typically 6 inches or less per year. Boxwoods can be broken down into growth rates of slow, medium and fast — although keep in mind that even the fast growth rate of boxwood varieties is quite slow in comparison to other landscape shrubs.
How big does a Winter Gem Boxwood get?
4 to 6 ft. tall
Buxus microphylla var. japonica ‘Winter Gem’
| Botanical Pronunciation | BUK-sus my-kroh-FIL-uh juh-PON-ih-kuh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
How big does a Winter Gem boxwood get?
Can I hard prune a boxwood?
“Boxwoods can be cut back pretty dramatically and they’ll re-grow nicely. “But because boxwoods are very prone to winter damage, you want to time their pruning—especially a hard pruning—carefully. The best time is that period where the end of winter meets the beginning of Spring, just before the new growth appears.
When is the best time to prune gem boxwood?
Other Tips. Winter Gem boxwood can recover from pruning nearly any time of year, but damage is reduced when you avoid pruning when new growth is rapidly exposed to winter weather. If at all possible, try not to prune after mid-summer, as there is a greater risk of the young new growth being damaged in the upcoming cold of winter.
What’s the proper way to trim a boxwood tree?
Pruning boxwood shrubs is an intricate process that, if done correctly, will add life, beauty, and function to your garden or lawn. There are different tools that you can use to prune these plants. Each has its own function and purpose. We will help you choosing the right pruning equipment for your needs.
How can I get rid of winter burn on my boxwoods?
You can easily prune winter burn away and your boxwoods should continue to thrive. Clean a pair of sharp pruning shears with rubbing alcohol or a water and bleach solution of 1 part bleach and 9 parts water. Soak a rag with the solution and rub the blades thoroughly to kill any diseases that may be on the blades from previous use.
What kind of shrub is winter gem boxwood?
It is a common evergreen shrub found coast to coast, from the Gulf to the Upper Peninsula. A few varieties are especially preferred when looking for a type of hardy shrub to plant in a cold climate. A great choice is Winter Gem Boxwood ( Buxus sinica var. insularis ‘Winter Gem’).