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Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem'
Hardy Shrub
What is Hardy Shrub?
Exquisitely perfumed winter flowers.
Glossy evergreen foliage.
Low maintenance and easy to grow.
Delivery Information View Product DescriptionLoading...Description How to Grow More Info DeliverySarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' is a recent introduction with a powerful sweet fragrance that will stop you in your tracks. The glossy, dark green foliage is larger than most varieties and makes a handsome contrast to the spidery white blooms, which are followed by shiny red berries that ripen to black. Commonly known as Sweet Box or Christmas Box, this evergreen shrub is a must have for winter borders bringing year round colour, scent and structure. Sarcococca is a versatile, low maintenance shrub that thrives in a good range of conditions from dry shade to damp woodland edges. Maximum height and spread: 100cm (39").
Height Up to 150cm (59in)
Spread Up to 150cm (59in)
Hardy Shrub
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3 x 3 Litre Potted Plants (T80505P)
1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (Height 25cm+) (81828)
2 x 3 Litre Potted Plants (TKA3059)
1 x 2 Litre Potted Plant (KF2769)
Grow sarcococca in any moist, well drained garden soil in a sheltered position, in semi-shade or shade. Christmas box will tolerate full sun provided that the soil remains moist. Alternatively grow sarcococca plants in patio containers using soil based compost such as John Innes No.3.Feed and water regularly until young shrubs become established. Once established, Sarcococca will require little attention and often thrives on neglect. Pruning is not required other than to shape the plant if required, and to remove and unwanted suckers from the base of the plant.Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.
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