Sarcococca Confusa

Sarcococca confusa (sweet box) is a compact, slow-growing evergreen with glossy green foliage and intensely fragrant small white flowers in winter to early spring (typically December to March). Ideal for shaded borders and underplanting near paths or doorways where its scent can be appreciated, it thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Expect an eventual height and spread of around 11.5m, offering year-round structure and reliable winter interest.

Position: Partial to full shade Rate of Growth: Slow Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained; moderately fertile Hardiness: Fully hardy (H5) Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Plant at a Glance

light:light-shade
light:shade
facing:east
facing:north
soiltype:moderate-fertile
soilmoisture:normal
foliage:evergreen
flowering:december
flowering:january
flowering:february
flowering:march
flowercolour:white
leafcolour:green
size:90cm-2m
fragrance:all-scented