Sarcococca orientalis 3L
£15.00
notes
Sarcococca orientalis, or Chinese sweet box, is a compact, evergreen shrub bearing glossy leaves that taper at the ends, however it is the flowers that mark this shrub out from the crowd. Blooming from December until February, the white flowers emit the most wonderful honey scent, so intense it carries some distance. Male flowers are tinged with pink, and all flowers are followed by dark berries.
Dimensions
- 3L
- Height: up to 100cm (3ft 3in) x 100cm (3ft 3in) over 2-5 years
Features
notes
Sarcococca orientalis, or Chinese sweet box, is a compact, evergreen shrub bearing glossy leaves that taper at the ends, however it is the flowers that mark this shrub out from the crowd. Blooming from December until February, the white flowers emit the most wonderful honey scent, so intense it carries some distance. Male flowers are tinged with pink, and all flowers are followed by dark berries.
Insights
Fairly low growing, this variety makes an excellent specimen for a container, positioned away from cold winds and frost, in a location where the fragrance can be fully appreciated.
Details
- Flowers: December - February
Planting
- Well drained soil
- All aspects
- Full shade or partial sunlight
- Sheltered
Care
- Does best in the shade – if it is planted in full sun the leaves will yellow
- Drought Tolerant
- Leaves are longer and broader than other varieties of Sarcococca
Scent
Heady fragrance
Glossary