Scientific Name
Sarcococca orientalis

Common Name
Oriental sarcococca

 
Hardiness Zones: 6 to 8
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Site Requirements: Partial shade to shade; acidic, moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Width: 3 to 4 feet
Texture: Medium to fine
Form: Rounded, compact
Flower/Fruit: 0.5" off-white, fragrant flowers in early winter; shiny black fruit
Foliage: Alternate, simple, leathery, lustrous dark green leaves; 1.5 to 3" long
Comments: Drought tolerant; suckers to form colony
Cultivars: --
   


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