• Sarcococca confusa
  • Sarcococca confusa
  • Sarcococca confusa
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Sarcococca confusa

Sweet Box

£19.99
£19.99
Sarcococca confusa is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its glossy foliage and intensely fragrant white flowers that bloom in the depths of winter.
Very hardy
Size

    • Aspect

      Full Shade to Partial Shade

    • Hardiness

      Very hardy

    • Flowers

      January to March

    • Soil type

      Moist but well-drained, Loamy, Clay, Chalky

    Sarcococca confusa
    Sarcococca confusa
    Sarcococca confusa

    • Why we like this plant

      Sarcococca confusa is the perfect choice for bringing life, scent, and greenery to those tricky, shady corners. Its winter flowering habit and easy-care nature make it a must-have for low-light gardens.

    • About this plant

      Sarcococca confusa is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub ideal for bringing scent and structure to shaded areas of the garden. In mid to late winter, it produces small, creamy-white flowers that may appear modest but release a powerful, sweet fragrance that carries on the air. These are followed by glossy black berries that persist into spring. Its shiny, deep green leaves and compact, mound-forming habit make it excellent for foundation planting, winter containers, or shaded borders. It’s also well-suited to use as a low hedge.

    • Key features

      • Highly fragrant winter flowers
      • Evergreen glossy foliage
      • Shade-tolerant and low-maintenance

    • Height and
      spread

      1–1.5m high × 1–1.5m spread

    • Growth
      habit

      Compact, bushy, mound-forming

    • Moisture

      Moist but well-drained

    • Position in
      the Garden

      Shady borders, foundations, containers, hedging

    Planting guide

    Plant in partial or full shade in well-drained, humus-rich soil. It thrives in sheltered positions and can tolerate dry shade once established. Space plants around 60cm apart if planting as a hedge.

    Care tips

    Minimal pruning is needed – simply trim after flowering to shape if desired. Mulch in spring to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring to support healthy growth.

    Winter care

    Very hardy and reliable through UK winters. Its evergreen foliage remains attractive year-round, and the winter flowers offer much-needed seasonal interest without any special protection.