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Sarcococca ruscifolia
Densely bushy shrub that can form suckers, with attractive dark green glossy leaves on tall arching stems. Small cream flowers produced in winter are fragrant and followed by bright red berries. Hardy in most soils though prefers a humus rich one. They are fantastic for dry shady sites. Will grow in the sun if given enough moisture. Very hardy to cold and frost.
Genus
Sarcococca
Species
ruscifolia
Cultivar
Common name
Christmas Box
Family name
Buxaceae
Place of origin
China
DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Soil must be well drained / Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in part or full shade. / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture
Shrubs
Category
Small, height between 1 and 1.5 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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