Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis is a compact sweet box prized for its glossy evergreen foliage and wonderfully fragrant, small white flowers in late winter to early spring, when little else is in bloom.

Use it as a low hedge, foundation accent, or massed groundcover in shaded beds, along woodland paths, or near an entry where you can enjoy the fragrance. After flowering, shiny dark berries can form and add seasonal interest.

Give your plant humus-rich, well-drained soil that stays evenly moist, especially in its first year. It performs best in partial shade to full shade; too much sun can yellow or scorch the foliage. Once established, it tolerates short dry spells, but it looks best with regular moisture and a mulch layer that keeps roots cool.

For best form, lightly prune after flowering to shape or to keep it dense. Avoid heavy shearing; simple thinning and tip pruning works well. In colder climates, shelter from drying winter winds helps prevent leaf burn.

With its year-round green structure, winter fragrance, and tidy, low-growing habit, this sweet box is an easy way to add dependable evergreen presence to shade gardens.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 6-8 (-10 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Part sun   Shade
• Mature height: 12-24"
• Spread: 24-48"
• Tolerant of: Drought
• Good for borders & edging: Yes
• Evergreen: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes

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