Green Gem Boxwood Topiary

Light Needs

Partial Sun to Full Sun

(At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

2-4 Feet

Mature Spread

2-3 Feet

Growing Zones

4 to 9

Perfectly poised and always polished, the Green Gem Boxwood Topiary brings instant architecture to entrances, patios, parterres, and formal beds. Shaped into a tight sphere (and easy to keep that way), its dense, fine-textured foliage stays lush and richly green year-round, delivering crisp lines and high contrast against flowering borders or gravel walks.

Compact and cold-hardy, this living sculpture thrives in the ground or in containers—ideal as a matched pair flanking steps or as a rhythmic series along a path.

Green Gem Boxwood Topiary Care

Plant in full sun to partial shade; afternoon shade is helpful in hotter or windy exposures. Use well-drained, fertile soil with added compost; aim for slightly acidic to neutral pH. Water regularly the first season to establish, then during prolonged dry spells—keep soil evenly moist but never soggy. Mulch 2–3" over the root zone, keeping mulch a few inches off the stems.

Feed lightly in spring (after the first year) with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. To maintain the perfect sphere, shear or clip 2–3 times from late spring through mid-summer; make small, frequent touch-ups rather than heavy late-season cuts. In colder climates (Zones 4–5), provide winter wind protection (burlap screen) to minimize desiccation.

Monitor typical boxwood issues (leafminer, psyllid, mites, root rot); good drainage, airflow, and clean tools go a long way. Hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Note: All parts of boxwood are toxic if ingested.

Green Gem Boxwood Topiary Spacing

For formal pairs at entries or gates, allow 2–3 feet of elbow room around each topiary to showcase the silhouette and ease shearing. Along walks or driveways, space 3–4 feet on center for a continuous yet distinct cadence. In mixed borders, give 30–36 inches from neighboring plants to preserve the crisp outline.

For containers, choose a pot at least as wide as the plant’s current spread (often 14–20"+ for finished spheres), with excellent drainage; when using multiples, keep containers 24–36 inches apart for symmetry and access.

Why Grow Green Gem Boxwood Topiary?

• Year-round, evergreen color and a flawlessly round silhouette

• Compact, cold-hardy selection that excels in containers or in-ground

• Minimal maintenance: quick touch-ups keep the sphere pristine

• Perfect for flanking doors, anchoring beds, or lining paths

• Dense foliage for sharp edges in formal and modern designs

• Hardy in USDA Zones 4–9; adaptable to sun/part shade

A living, year-round centerpiece that elevates any space—Green Gem Boxwood Topiary delivers instant elegance, crisp structure, and effortless curb appeal wherever you set it.