Sarcococca ruscifolia

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 SARUSC

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About This Product

Botanical Name: Sarcococca ruscifolia

Common Name: Fragrant Sweet Box

An evergreen shrub that forms a rounded mound. Glossy dark green leaves are oval, pointed and alternating. In mid-winter and early spring, small white flowers are intensely fragrant. Glossy dark red fruit develops in early summer. Tolerates deep, dry shade.

USDA Zone: Zones 7 - 9

Sunset Zone: Zones 4 - 9, 14 - 24

Mature Height: 4 - 6 feet

Mature Width: 3 - 7 feet

Light Needs: Partial Shade, Shade

Water Needs: Moderate, Regular