SARCOCOCCA hookeriana 'Winter Gem'

Commonly known as Sweet box

Hybrid variety. Highly scented white flowers in winter

Further Reading....

Sarcococca - Growing Guide

Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only

£15.00 each

MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ £13.00 each

Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen - glossy, dark green leaves to 8cm (3in) long
White - from pink buds. Reddish anthers
Height - 60cm (24in)
Spread - 60cm (24in)
Dwarf shrub - Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions. - clumping shrub with erect shoots. Cluster of flowers are followed by red berries that ripen to black
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 - Good to know - - S. hookeriana var. digyna 'Purple Stem' x S. hookeriana var. humilis. Larger flowers than other cultivars
Pests & Diseases - trouble free
Place of origin - western China. Garden origin. Peter Moore, Longstock Nursery, Hants.
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Leaf margin - Entire - see photos above
Leaf shape - Oblong - 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.

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