{"product_id":"newgen-independence®","title":"NewGen Independence®","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pageSummary\" class=\"layoutA\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNewGen Independence® Boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuxus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e NewGen Independence® 'SB 108') is an improved evergreen boxwood prized for its deep green foliage, dense rounded habit, and enhanced resistance to common boxwood problems. Its rich green foliage holds excellent color throughout winter, providing dependable year-round structure and classic boxwood character in the landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing at a moderate rate of approximately 2-4 inches per year, NewGen Independence develops into a dense, rounded shrub that is nearly as tall as it is wide. It was selected for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egood resistance to boxwood blight and good performance against boxwood leafminer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it an excellent alternative to more susceptible traditional boxwood varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNewGen Independence is particularly well suited for foundation plantings, medium hedges, formal gardens, mass plantings, or as an evergreen specimen. Its strong branching structure also helps it withstand moderate to heavy snow loads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore About NewGen Independence Boxwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate Growing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadleaf Evergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear-Round Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Winter Color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood Boxwood Blight Resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood Boxwood Leafminer Resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoundation Planting, Hedge, Border, Mass Planting, Formal Garden, Specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDense, Rounded Habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep Green Foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer Resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning Tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 4-5 Feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 4-5 Feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 5b-8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun Exposure: Full Sun to Shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeason of Interest: Year Round\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Moisture: Average, Well Draining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttributes: Evergreen, Dense, Rounded, Pruning Tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage Color: Deep Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun to shade in well-drained soil. NewGen Independence is adaptable to a wide range of light conditions, although some protection from intense afternoon winter sun can help reduce winter stress. Provide adequate spacing and air circulation to promote healthy foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater consistently during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, provide supplemental water during extended periods of hot, dry weather. Avoid consistently saturated or poorly drained soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring if needed. A light layer of mulch around the root zone can help maintain consistent soil moisture and protect the roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNewGen Independence requires relatively little pruning. Lightly prune in late winter to early spring as needed to maintain a uniform, dense shape. It can also be regularly shaped when being maintained as a formal hedge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisease Prevention:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNewGen Independence has good resistance to boxwood blight and performs well against boxwood leafminer, but no boxwood is completely immune to boxwood blight. 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