Groundcover, Evergreen Shrub

Sweet Box, Himalayan Sweet Box

  • Botanical Name:    Sarcococca hookeriana humulis
  • Height:    12-18"
  • Spread:    3-4' + (Very Slowly)
  • Exposure:    Part Shade to Shade
  • Care:    None
  • Extremely Deer Resistant
  • Easy to grow tall groundcover or low shrub for semi-shady or shady areas. Forms a dense mound of glossy leaves. Tiny white fragrant flowers appear in the late winter. May be slow to establish when first planted. Needs good drainage. Useful planted in groups in a woodland garden, or as a low foundation planting.
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  • Sweet Box