Buxus x 'Glencoe' ~ Monrovia® Chicagoland Green® Boxwood size-5-cal If the stems are turning

If the stems are turning limp there is too much water in cold weather

Elaeagnus ebbingei 1c

and blue in alkaline soils

Marydel Azalea is a low mounding native deciduous shrub with small emerald green foliage

Buxus x 'Glencoe' ~ Monrovia® Chicagoland Green® Boxwood size-5-cal If the stems are turningChicagoland Green Boxwood is a uniformly oval evergreen shrub with a dense compact habit. Its fine, bright green leaves will stay green in shade, or bronze in winter if planted in full sun. Small clusters of yellow flowers bloom in spring. Prefers part shade and well drained soils, as it is prone to burning if planted in full sun. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Shrub Height: 2 3 Spread: 2 3 Spacing: 2 USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 9 Culture: Full