Franklins Gem Boxwood Japanese Maple Compared to broader or looser

Compared to broader or looser boxwood selections

Mulching: Maintain a 2 to 3 in mulch layer over roots

As the seasons shift

edible rewards

making it perfect for decorative applications

Franklins Gem Boxwood Japanese Maple Compared to broader or looserFranklins Gem Boxwood (Buxus microphylla 'Franklins Gem') Franklins Gem Boxwood is a compact evergreen shrub that brings year round structure, dependable color, and a softer, lower profile to the landscape. Its dense foliage and naturally broad, mounded habit make it especially useful in foundation beds, low hedges, border edging, and mixed plantings where a polished look matters without a larger shrub taking over the space. Because it stays