Sarcococca confusa (Sweet Box)
Sarcococca confusa description: This compact mound forming evergreen shrub with attractive dark green tear shaped leaves and compact habit provides AYR interest. Scented pinky / white flowers provide interest Jan - March, followed by black berries in winter.
Sarcococca confusa cultivation notes: Sarcocca flourishes on most free draining soils, especially chalky conditions. This evergreen is suitable for planting under shade - making it useful for problem shady areas. Water occasionally if very dry - mulch on poor soils. 2m tall X 1m.
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Plant Strengths: Scented blossom; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Provides valuable winter interest; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Suitable for container growing; Fruit / berry producing; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates heavy clay soils; Suitable for planting in full shade; Produces winter flowers.
Plant Weaknesses: Poisonous if eaten/irritating sap; Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations.
Common Missspellings: Sarcococa, Sarkococa, Sarcocca, Sarkococca
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