The Winterstar Boxwood shrub from SOUTHERN LIVING Plants lives up to its name, with smooth, glossy, emerald green leaves that are evergreen and crisp all-year long. In addition, it features an easily manageable mature size of 4 ft. H x 4 ft. W. This evergreen shrub has a naturally upright and moderate growth habit, which requires only minor touch-ups to maintain its shape. The Winterstar Boxwood bush works well in smaller gardens due to its compact, dwarf size. Winterstar can be used as a low shrub border, formal hedge, natural hedge, in container gardens, and numerous other applications. This boxwood hedge is just as deer-resistant as any other boxwood. Once established, these shrubs are both heat and drought tolerant. It is hardy from USDA Zones 5-9. Plant in Full Sun in all zones. This boxwood prefers well-draining soil After planting the Winterstar Boxwood, we recommend watering until established, traditionally this takes at least 3-months. This will help your plant access water that resides deeper in the soil, making it more capable of withstanding droughts. Check your plant regularly during this time to ensure that the soil isn't dry or soggy. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer for best results. Space Your Winterstar Boxwood 2-3 ft. apart for a seamless planting. Otherwise, plant them 3 plus feet apart to leave space between shrubs.