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Sarcococca confusa, commonly known as Sweet Box, is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its glossy foliage and intensely fragrant winter flowers. It’s the perfect solution for shaded areas where year-round greenery and seasonal scent are desired with minimal effort.
✔ Highly fragrant winter flowers - Small creamy blooms release a powerful perfume in the cooler months.
✔ Evergreen glossy foliage - Provides year-round structure and lush green colour.
✔ Shade tolerant - Thrives in shaded and low-light areas where many plants struggle.
✔ Compact growth habit - Naturally neat and well-shaped with minimal pruning.
✔ Low-maintenance shrub - Reliable and easy to grow once established.
✅ Shaded garden beds - Perfect for planting under trees or along shaded boundaries.
✅ Low hedging - Forms a tidy, evergreen hedge in low-light conditions.
✅ Entryway planting - Ideal near paths and doorways where its fragrance can be enjoyed.
✅ Pots and containers - Grows beautifully in large pots in shaded courtyards or patios.
Spacing: Plant 60 to 80cm apart for low hedging or group plantings. Planting a little closer creates faster coverage and a fuller look, so consider adding extra plants for instant impact.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn or spring.
Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
Does Sarcococca confusa flower in winter?
Yes, it produces small but powerfully fragrant flowers during winter.
Is it suitable for full shade?
Yes, it performs exceptionally well in full shade and part shade.
How big does it grow?
It typically reaches around 1 to 1.5 meters tall and wide over time.
Does it need regular pruning?
Very little pruning is needed, though light shaping can be done if desired.
Can it be grown in pots?
Yes, it grows very well in large pots with good drainage.
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