Ferns
Buxus microphylla koreana Fran
Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Franklin's Gem'
Also known as Franklin's Gem Korean Boxwood
Available at our Langlois nursery
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About This Plant
Buxus microphylla koreana Fran is valued in PNW gardens for its character and seasonal interest.
Boxwood (Buxus) is the classic formal evergreen for hedges, topiary, and structural plantings. Slow-growing, dense, with small glossy leaves that take pruning beautifully.
Full sun to part shade suits this species. Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Hardy USDA Zone 5 to 9. PNW WATCHPOINT: Boxwood blight (Calonectria pseudonaviculata) is a serious disease , choose resistant cultivars when possible, and avoid overhead watering. Watch for boxwood psyllid and leafminer. Provide good airflow.
For a Pacific Northwest native plant of similar character, consider Aquilegia formosa (Western Red Columbine), Holodiscus discolor (Oceanspray), or Mahonia aquifolium (Tall Oregon Grape) , all support native pollinators and birds.
Plant Details
- Botanical
- Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Franklin's Gem'
- Common name
- Franklin's Gem Korean Boxwood
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Foliage type
- Evergreen
- Mature size
- 2-3 ft tall × 2-3 ft wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Bloom time
- Early spring
- Bloom color
- Yellow
- Foliage color
- Green
Care Notes
Garden Attributes
- Pacific NW native
- Deer resistant
- Coastal suitable
- Grown organically
- Pollinator value: None documented
- Wildlife: None documented
- ⚠ Toxic to pets if ingested
- ⚠ Skin irritant: wear gloves when handling
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