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Baby Jade™ Boxwood
Buxus microphylla ‘Grejade’ PP26656
Baby Jade™ Boxwood is one of those plants that quietly makes everything around it look better—dense, compact, and naturally tidy, so your beds feel finished even when nothing is blooming. I love it for low hedges, walkway borders, and foundation lines where you want clean structure without a big, bulky shrub, and it stays easy as long as you give it good drainage and steady watering in year one.
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Baby Jade™ Boxwood For Compact Evergreen Hedges, Borders, And Year-Round Curb Appeal
A Compact Evergreen That Makes Beds Look Instantly Finished
Baby Jade™ Boxwood is the definition of clean, classic structure in a compact footprint. It naturally forms a tidy, rounded evergreen shrub with dense foliage that looks polished in every season—especially in winter when the garden needs reliable “bones.” If you want your foundation beds, walkway borders, or front plantings to look designed (not just planted), this boxwood delivers that refined, evergreen framework.
The foliage is rich green and tight-textured, which makes it a perfect partner for flowering shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses. Baby Jade™ doesn’t compete with the color show—it supports it, keeping your landscape feeling intentional even when blooms fade and seasons shift.
Low Hedges And Formal Edging Without Constant Pruning
With a typical mature size of around 3 feet tall and 3 feet wide (and smaller if trimmed), Baby Jade™ is ideal for low hedges, formal borders, and crisp edging that won’t overwhelm smaller spaces. Its naturally dense branching means it fills in beautifully and holds a neat outline with minimal shaping. That’s the sweet spot for boxwoods: the “tailored look” without endless maintenance.
Use it to line a walkway, outline a garden bed, or create a low evergreen hedge that frames your home. For a softer style, let it keep its rounded habit; for a more formal design, give it a light seasonal trim and enjoy that classic boxwood finish.
Deer Resistance And Four-Season Color You Can Count On
Baby Jade™ Boxwood is generally considered deer resistant, making it a dependable evergreen choice in landscapes where browsing can be a problem. While no plant is completely deer-proof, boxwoods are typically lower on the menu, and Baby Jade™ helps you maintain tidy borders and hedges without constant “repair pruning” from nibbling.
It’s also a strong four-season performer. The dense evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and consistent color, so your landscape stays grounded and attractive even when everything else is dormant. If you’re building a garden that needs to look good in January as well as June, Baby Jade™ is a smart foundation plant.
Easy Care In Sun Or Partial Shade For Confident Planting
Baby Jade™ grows well in partial to full sun and adapts to any well-drained soil, which makes it easy to place in real-world landscapes. Morning sun with afternoon shade can be especially helpful in hotter locations, while brighter exposure can encourage fuller growth in cooler climates. The key is drainage—boxwoods appreciate moisture, but they do not like sitting in soggy soil.
Once established, Baby Jade™ becomes a truly low-maintenance evergreen. Water deeply during the first season, mulch to stabilize moisture, and prune lightly at the right time to maintain density. Those simple habits keep the plant healthy, green, and beautifully shaped for the long haul.
| Hardiness Zone: | 5-9 |
|---|---|
| Mature Height: | 3 Feet / less if trimmed |
| Mature Width: | 3 Feet / less if trimmed |
| Sunlight: | Partial to full sun |
| Bloom Time / Color | Spring; inconspicuous |
| Soil Condition: | Any well-drained soil |
| Water Requirement: | Water well until established; moderate once established |
| Wildlife Value | Minor; dense evergreen cover and subtle spring bloom |
| Resistance (deer/disease/drought/etc.) | Deer resistant; heat tolerant; good winter color when sited well |
| Landscape Uses | Low hedges, borders, edging, foundation plantings, formal gardens, containers, small-space structure |
How to Care for Baby Jade™ Boxwood
After you buy a Baby jade Boxwood, make sure to read about the recommended care instructions to keep this boxwood healthy and thriving.
How should I plant Baby Jade™ Boxwood?
Plant Baby Jade™ Boxwood in a spot with partial to full sun and well-drained soil. Dig a hole about twice as wide as the root ball and no deeper, then set the shrub so the top of the root ball is level with (or slightly above) the surrounding soil. Backfill with native soil, firm gently to remove air pockets, and water deeply to settle everything in. Finish with a 2–3-inch mulch ring around the root zone, keeping the mulch a few inches away from the stems. If you’re planting a hedge or border line, measure and mark your spacing before you dig so the row stays even and fills in uniformly.
How often should I water Baby Jade™ Boxwood after planting?
Water thoroughly right after planting, then water deeply about once per week during the first growing season. In hot or dry stretches, increase to twice per week so the root ball never fully dries out. Aim for slow, deep soaking at the base so moisture reaches the full root zone. After the first year, water during extended dry periods rather than on a fixed schedule. Check soil a few inches down—if it’s dry, it’s time to water—and keep mulch refreshed to reduce stress from moisture swings.
When should I fertilize Baby Jade™ Boxwood?
Fertilize in early spring as new growth begins, using a balanced, slow-release fertilizer for shrubs or evergreens. Apply around the root zone (not against the stems) and water it in well so nutrients move into the soil where roots can access them. If your soil is already healthy, you can keep feeding minimally and top-dress with compost once a year to support soil structure and moisture retention. Avoid heavy late-season fertilizing, which can push tender growth too close to winter.
When and how should I prune Baby Jade™ Boxwood?
Prune lightly in late spring to early summer after the first flush of growth to maintain a dense, rounded shape. Start by removing any dead or damaged twigs, then make modest shaping cuts along the outside. Small trims encourage branching and keep the plant full without stressing it. If you want a very crisp outline, a second light touch-up in mid-summer is fine, but avoid heavy pruning in late fall. Keeping pruning timely helps new growth harden properly and supports better winter performance.
