Winter Gem Boxwood – Evergreen Bonsai Starter Shrub

Buxus microphylla ‘Winter Gem’ (Winter Gem Boxwood)

Add year-round structure and evergreen beauty to your garden with Winter Gem Boxwood, a compact shrub prized for its dense foliage and excellent shaping potential. Its naturally tidy growth habit makes it a favorite for bonsai projects, low hedges, containers, and formal garden designs.

Skill Level: Beginner
Indoor or Outdoor: Outdoor
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist while establishing
Soil Type: Well-draining soil
Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 5–9
Uses: Bonsai starter, hedge plant, container plant, foundation planting, landscape accent

Plant Dimensions:
• Approx. 2–3 inches tall
• Comes in a 2 inch nursery pot

🌱 Plant ships in a nursery pot

🌿 Growth Habit:
A slow to moderate-growing evergreen shrub with small rounded green leaves. When grown in containers and root-pruned, it remains compact for bonsai and miniature gardens. Planted in the landscape, it can mature to approximately 4–5 feet tall and wide.

🌡️ Temperature Notice:
Temperatures below 45°F or above 90°F may affect plant health during transit. Consider upgrading shipping or ordering during milder weather.