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SARCOCOCCA ruscifolia var chinensis 'Dragon Gate'

Commonly known as Sweet box

Compact form. Small scented cream flowers in winter followed by red berries in summer
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    narrow, pointed shining, leaves to 6cm (2½in) long
  • Cream
  • Height
    1m (39in)
  • Spread
    1m (39in)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Dense, bushy shrub with arching shoots. Clusters of flowers are followed by spherical, dark red fruit 5mm (¼in) across in summer
  • Hardy - average winter
    Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
  • Full shade
  • Full sun
    Will tolerate full sun if soil remains moist
  • Partial shade
    Shelter from cold, drying winds

SARCOCOCCA ruscifolia var chinensis 'Dragon Gate'

 
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Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    Western and central China. A Roy Lancaster introduction. 1980
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or shrub border
    Coastal / windswept
    Cottage garden
    Patio / pot plants
    Suitable for small gardens
    Town garden
    Woodland garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • 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.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Moderately fertile. Humus rich
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Sarcococca - Growing Guide
1m (39in)
 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  1m (39in)
  

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