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Sarcococca ruscifolia

Sweetbox

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Information by: W-E Plants for the Willamette Valle        Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

This broadleaf evergreen shrub reaches 3-5' tall and 4-5' wide. It is densely branched with simple, narrow, dark green, shiny leaves. White, feathery, small flowers appear in winter; it may be hidden you'll be drawn to them because of fragrance. Red berries also appear in winter. This plant tolerates sun or shade but will burn in hot afternoons. Attractive shrub with year round interest.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Winter

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.