Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem, 5L
£35.00
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Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem may be an apparently unassuming, dwarf evergreen shrub, but it comes into its own in the winter. Pretty, but inconspicuous white flowers emerge from red buds in December with a remarkably strong and lovely fragrance, and are followed by attractive (inedible) black berries which will stay on the branches until spring.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 5L
- Height and Spread : 100cm (3ft 3in) x 100cm (3ft 3in) after 5-10 years
Features
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Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem may be an apparently unassuming, dwarf evergreen shrub, but it comes into its own in the winter. Pretty, but inconspicuous white flowers emerge from red buds in December with a remarkably strong and lovely fragrance, and are followed by attractive (inedible) black berries which will stay on the branches until spring.
INSIGHTS
This vibrant shrub looks excellent at the back of a border, providing much needed winter colour. It is a plant that keeps on giving, with juicy black berries forming in the summer months, providing year round interest.
FLOWERS
- Flowers: November - March
- Hardy
PLANTING
- All soil types
- All aspects
- Full sun or partial shade
CARE
- Prune in spring after flowering to retain shape.
SCENT
Sweet vanilla fragrance
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