Sarcococca ruscifolia
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Fragrant Sweet Box
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Medium |
| Mature Height & Spread | 3-5' x 3-5' |
| Exposure | Full, Partial Shade |
| Water | Medium Water |
| Flower Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Special Features | Deer Resistant, Drought Resistant |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Oval |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 4-9, 14-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 9-Jul |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
Slow-growing evergreen shrub to 3-5’ tall and wide. This shade-loving species features dense glossy deep-green foliage and is revered for its small but powerfully fragrant frilly white flowers that fill the air with a sweet aroma in early-spring. Adding further appeal are the showy bright-red berries that appear after flowering. Great for planting in shady entryways or as an understory to low-branching evergreen trees. Prefers a rich well-drained soil and a full to partial shade exposure.
