Scientific Name
Sarcococca ruscifolia

Common Name
Fragrant sarcococca

 
Hardiness Zones: 7b to 9
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Site Requirements: Partial shade to shade; acidic, moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter
Height: 3 feet
Width: 3 feet
Texture: Medium to fine
Form: Irregular to rounded; upright arching branches
Flower/Fruit: Fragrant, milky white flowers in winter; round red fruit; persists into winter
Foliage: Alternate, simple, leathery, lustrous dark green leaves
Comments: Drought tolerant; not as cold hardy as some sarcococca
Cultivars: --
   


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