Insularis Nana Boxwood | Buxus sinica var. insularis 'Nana'

Insularis 'Nana' is a low spreading cultivar with lime green new growth in the spring. New growth will slowly fade to a light green. Although considered a smaller cultivar, it is a somewhat fast grower. It is very similar to the cultivars 'Franklin's Gem' and 'Tide Hill'. Deer resistant.

Comments: 'Nana' is becoming increasingly popular due to its tolerance to boxwood blight and resistance to boxwood leafminer. An annual light pruning will help develop rigidity in this boxwood and lessen the chance of the plant opening up in the center as it matures. Recent testing data indicates 'Nana' and 'Franklin's Gem' are basically the same plant.