SARCOCOCCA hookeriana var humilis

Dwarf suckering shrub with pink-tinged white flowers

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£15.00 each

MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ £13.00 each

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

Evergreen - oblong, glossy, dark-green leaves to 8cm (3in) long
White - white tinged pink
Height - 60cm (24in)
Spread - 1m (39in)
Dwarf shrub - Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions. - clump forming shrub with erect shoots. Produces clusters of flowers, males with pink anthers, followed by spherical dark, blue-black fruit 5mm (¼in) across
Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Full shade
Full sun - will tolerate full sun if soil remains moist
Partial shade - shelter from cold winds
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - none
Place of origin - western China
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Pruning group - Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.

RHS group 8
Scented Plants - Scented flowers -
Seasonal Interest - Winter -
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - moderately fertile. Humus rich
Wildlife - Bee friendly -
Rabbit Resistant