Sarcococca confusa / 2 Litre

Commonly known as Sweet Box. This compact, bushy shrub is perfect for shady corners, underplanting, or container planting. Its glossy green leaves provide a lush backdrop, while small, highly fragrant white flowers in winter fill the garden with a delightful scent, followed by shiny black berries in spring that add seasonal interest.

Key Features:

• Evergreen shrub with glossy green foliage.
• Highly fragrant winter flowers attract attention when most other plants are dormant.
• Compact, bushy habit – ideal for shady spots and containers.
• Produces shiny black berries in spring.

Care Tips:

• Position: Thrives in shade to partial shade; perfect for north-facing borders or under trees.
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning required; lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape.

Sarcococca confusa is a low-maintenance, shade-loving shrub that adds structure, fragrance, and year-round appeal to Irish gardens.