Sarcococca hookeriana var. digyna 'Purple Stem'

Purple Stem Sweet Box

Evergreen Shrub

A handsome evergreen shrub that is particularly valued for its ability to tolerate deep and dry shade. Wintertime fragrance from inconspicuous flowers is a bonus.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 6, 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Full Shade, Part Shade, Deep Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade

Water Needs: Drought-tolerant, Average, Low

Description

Size: 24 - 36 tall x 24 - 42 wide
Shape / Form: Rounded
Foliage Texture: Fine
Foliage Quality: Fine

Features: Dwarf / Compact Plant, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest, Year-round Interest

Foliage Color: Green

Flower Color: Ivory / Cream, White
Bloom Season: Feb, Mar, Apr, Winter

Fruit Description: Black

Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Banks and Slopes, Edging, Groundcover, Hedges and Screens, Mixed Border, Small Gardens, Structure / Foundation
Special Situations: Deep Shade, Dry Shade, Low Water / No Water, Pollution Tolerant
Wildlife: Bees

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Year-round Interest, Late Winter / Early Spring, Late Spring / Early Summer, Late Summer / Early Fall, Late Fall / Early Winter, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: mid-plane filler
Collections: Plants That Earn Their Keep

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low

Suitable Substitutes

Sarcococca confusa | sweet box
Sarcococca ruscifolia | sweetbox

Plant Combos