Sarcococca hook. 'Winter Gem' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Dwarf sweet box 'Winter Gem' (Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis) is a bushy, dense small shrub with decorative fruits. These exude a strong fragrance. It produces white, tubular flowers from February to April. The Dwarf sweet box 'Winter Gem' also has shiny, lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and is approx. 80 cm wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Sarcococca humilis 'Winter Gem'.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * strongly scented flowers * suitable for containers

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Dwarf sweet box 'Winter Gem' are dark green, lanceolate, glossy.

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
Winter protection is advisable in unprotected areas of the garden.

Growth
Dwarf sweet box 'Winter Gem' is a bushy and densely growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 50 - 80 cm and is approx. 50 - 80 cm wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white, tubular flowers appear from February to April. They are strongly scented.

Fruit
The fruits of Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis 'Winter Gem' are particularly decorative.

Use
Container, solitary, ornamental shrub, small/front garden