Sweet Box care guide
Sarcococca confusa
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7d
Water
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365d
Feed
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100-150cm
Height
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H5
Hardy
About Sweet Box
Sarcococca confusa, commonly known as Sweet Box, is a highly valued evergreen shrub in UK gardens, celebrated for its intensely fragrant winter flowers. It's an excellent choice for shady spots, providing year-round interest and a delightful scent when little else is in bloom.
Outdoor garden plant. Shrub. Typically flowers around Dec, Jan, Feb.
How to care for Sweet Box
💧 Watering
Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting. Established plants are quite drought tolerant but appreciate moisture.
🌿 Feeding
Apply a general-purpose slow-release fertiliser or well-rotted compost around the base in spring.
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