Sarcococca ruscifolia, Fragrant Sweet Box

Sarcococca ruscifolia, Fragrant Sweet BoxSarcococca ruscifolia, commonly known as Fragrant Sweet Box, is a compact, evergreen shrub celebrated for its glossy foliage, intoxicatingly fragrant flowers, and low maintenance nature. Native to China and Southeast Asia, it thrives in shaded gardens and adds year round interest with its elegant form and subtle beauty. Features Size & Growth: A slow growing shrub, it typically reaches 12 meters (36 feet) in height and spread, forming a dense,

thriving in dappled light beneath trees or in shady corners

USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 5–6

Bark is smooth and brown

It gradually spreads by rhizome and can create a self contained forest

slightly acidic preferred

up to 1000 years

The image of the fruiting is not mine

Uses: Medium bonsai tree

and dark green leaves provide a lush

Will be evergreen in zones 9b and up

May be maintained as a shrub in the garden

multi-stemmed shrub or small tree with leathery