Hookeriana

Supplied in a 2 litre pot

Often referred to as the Christmas Box or Sweet Box, Sarcococca hookeriana humilis is a robust evergreen shrub that is effortlessly cultivated, earning it popularity among both novice and seasoned gardeners. Blooming from December to February, this variety of Sweet Box produces dense, leathery foliage and delicate white flowers with a delightful vanilla scent. Following flowering, it bears glossy black berries, a feast for birds, making it an ideal choice for attracting wildlife to the winter garden. With a remarkable tolerance for shade, Sarcococca hookeriana humilis thrives in shady borders or woodland gardens and adapts well to drier soil conditions. It typically reaches a mature height and spread of 100cm.

Mature Height 100 cm
Mature Spread 100 cm

Planting Plant in well-dug prepared soil, and add a little manure or organic matter if possible.

Soil Type Well drained, light and acid soil