Buxus microphylla var. japonica Baby Gem™; (Baby Gem™; Boxwood)Deer resistant Dark green foliage Compact habit Holds its evergreen dark foliage all year Heat and drought tolerant Low maintenance Great for foundations, edging or border uses Great, compact growing Boxwood is both heat and drought tolerant with year round dark green foliage color. Holds color in winter cold. Low maintenance evergreen is great for foundations, edging or border uses. Moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zone 5 8 Height 4 5 ft Spread 4 5 ft