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  • SARCOCOCCA ruscifolia
    SARCOCOCCA ruscifolia
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    SARCOCOCCA ruscifolia

    Commonly known as Sweet box

    Stiff but arching stems with fragrant white blossoms
     
    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • Pests & Diseases
      None
    • Place of origin
      Western and central China
    • Resistant to honey fungus
      These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
    • Evergreen
      tapered, glossy, dark-green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long
    • Cream
    • Border
      Suits a mixed or shrub border
    • Coastal / windswept
    • Cottage garden
    • Patio / pot plants
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Town garden
    • Woodland garden
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Ovate
    • Height
      1m (39in)
    • Spread
      1m (39in)
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Dense, bushy shrub. Produces clusters of flowers followed by spherical, dark-red fruit 5mm (¼in) across in summer
    • 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.

    • 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)
    • Scented flowers
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Moderately fertile but humus rich
    • Full shade
    • Full sun
      Will tolerate full sun if soil remains moist
    • Partial shade
      Shelter from cold winds
    • Bee friendly
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      1m (39in)
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1m (39in)
       
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