Franklin Gem

Buxus microphylla 'Franklin's Gem' is a compact, low-growing boxwood that delivers a clean, finished look without constant maintenance. Its dense, fine-textured foliage forms a naturally tight mound, making it ideal for edging, small hedges, and foundation plantings. With excellent cold hardiness and strong winter color, it performs reliably in Northeast landscapes. If you’re looking for a smaller boxwood that stays neat and manageable, Franklin’s Gem is a great choice.

• Evergreen
• Low Maintenance
• Drought tolerant once established
• Low edges and borders, foundation planting, walkway lining, formal garden, accent, container
• Naturally rounded
• Deer resistant

Height: 2-3 Feet
Spread: 3-4 Feet
Hardiness Zone: 5-9

Buxus microphylla 'Franklin's Gem' Characteristics

• Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun
• Season of Interest: Year round interest
  
• Soil Moisture: Average Water
• Attributes: Rounded
• Foliage Color: Green
• Care: After planting, water regularly until roots are established. Pruning this boxwood in the late Winter or early Spring, just before new growth, helps to maintain a neat shape while also encourage dense, healthy growth. Avoid pruning late Summer or early Fall since the Winter months can damage tender, new growth. This shrub benefits from early Spring fertilizer although not necessary.