Description
Sweet Box is an elegant evergreen shrub that thrives in Massachusetts, offering glossy dark green foliage and delicate, fragrant white blooms from fall to late winter. Unlike many other shrubs, it produces ornamental red berries that mature into striking black fruit by early summer, persisting through winter. This hardy plant is perfect for adding year-round interest to shaded gardens and woodland borders.
With its dense, rounded form, Sweet Box is ideal for foundation plantings or as a fragrant hedge in Massachusetts landscapes. The glossy leaves remain vibrant even in the coldest months, providing lush greenery when most plants are dormant. Its average texture blends well with other plantings, making it a versatile choice for any garden design.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Sarcococca confusa
Light: part shade – full shade
Watering: around once every couple weeks
Soil: rich, well draining soil
Zone: 6 – 8
Plant Shape: rounded
Plant Type: multi-stemmed evergreen shrub
Mature Size: height (5') , width (3')
Blooming Season: flowers early fall – late winter
Growth Rate: medium
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