Sarcococca confusa
Known as 'Sweet Box' this slow-growing, bushy, evergreen shrub has sweetly scented, creamy-white flowers in winter and glossy dark green foliage. The flowers are followed by shiny black berries. It can be clipped to maintain a neat shape and is suitable for containers near the door where the fragrance can be enjoyed.
Height/Spread: 2 m x 1.5 m
Position: Full to partial shade
Soil: Moist but well-drained
Uses: Garden fragrance, Hedging, Courtyard, Cottaged Garden, Wildlife
RHS Award of Garden Merit
Good for pollinators
Known as 'Sweet Box' this slow-growing, bushy, evergreen shrub has sweetly scented, creamy-white flowers in winter and glossy dark green foliage. The flowers are followed by shiny black berries. It can be clipped to maintain a neat shape and is suitable for containers near the door where the fragrance can be enjoyed.
Height/Spread: 2 m x 1.5 m
Position: Full to partial shade
Soil: Moist but well-drained
Uses: Garden fragrance, Hedging, Courtyard, Cottaged Garden, Wildlife
RHS Award of Garden Merit
Good for pollinators
Description
Known as 'Sweet Box' this slow-growing, bushy, evergreen shrub has sweetly scented, creamy-white flowers in winter and glossy dark green foliage. The flowers are followed by shiny black berries. It can be clipped to maintain a neat shape and is suitable for containers near the door where the fragrance can be enjoyed.
Height/Spread: 2 m x 1.5 m
Position: Full to partial shade
Soil: Moist but well-drained
Uses: Garden fragrance, Hedging, Courtyard, Cottaged Garden, Wildlife
RHS Award of Garden Merit
Good for pollinators
