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SARCOCOCCA confusa
Commonly known as Sweet box
Scented green-white flowers
£16.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £14.00 each
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Western China -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreentapered, glossy, dark-green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long.
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White
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BorderSuits a mixed or shrub border
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Coastal / windswept
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Cottage garden
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
1m (39in)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingMakes a low, informal hedge
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDense, rounded, bushy shrub. Produces flowers in clusters of, usually, 5, in winter followed by spherical, glossy, black fruit 5mm (¼in) across.
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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.
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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
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile but humus rich
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Full shade
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Full sun
Will tolerate full sun if soil remains moist -
Partial shade
Shelter from cold winds -
Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
1m (39in)
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