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SARCOCOCCA hookeriana 'Winter Gem'
Commonly known as Sweet box
Hybrid variety. Highly scented white flowers in winter
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Evergreenglossy, dark green leaves to 8cm (3in) long
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WhiteFrom pink buds. Reddish anthers
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Height60cm (24in)
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Spread60cm (24in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically 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
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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)
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Full shade
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Full sunWill tolerate full sun if soil remains moist
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Partial shadeShelter from cold winds
SARCOCOCCA hookeriana 'Winter Gem'
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.Good to knowS. hookeriana var. digyna 'Purple Stem' x S. hookeriana var. humilis. Larger flowers than other cultivarsPests & DiseasesTrouble freePlace of originWestern China. Garden origin. Peter Moore, Longstock Nursery, Hants.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuits a mixed or shrub borderCoastal / windsweptCottage gardenPatio / pot plantsSuitable for small gardensTown gardenWoodland garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeOblong
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Pruning groupPruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Sarcococca - Growing Guide
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