Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis 'Purplerij1'
Sweet & Lo Sweet Box
Evergreen Groundcover, Shrub
Growing Conditions
Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Exposure:
Full Shade, Part Shade, Deep Shade, Morning Sun, Open Shade
Water Needs:
Drought-tolerant, Average, Low
Soil:
Acidic
Description
Size: 18 - 30 tall x 24 - 36 wide
Shape / Form:
Low and Spreading
Foliage Texture:
Fine
Foliage Quality:
Fine
Features: Attracts Bees, Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Dwarf / Compact Plant, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest, Year-round Interest
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Ivory / Cream,
White
Bloom Season:
Winter
Fruit Description:
Black,
Blue
Uses and Applications
Landscape Uses:
Banks and Slopes, Edging, Erosion Control, Groundcover, Mixed Border, Small Gardens, Structure / Foundation
Special Situations:
Deep Shade, Deer Resistant, Dry Shade, Low Water / No Water, Tough / Fool-Proof
Wildlife:
Bees, Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Pollinators
More Design Considerations
Season of Interest:
Year-round Interest, Late Winter / Early Spring
Position / Role:
ground hugger, mid-plane filler
Plant Behavior:
Running Growth / stoloniferous
Collections:
eGardenGo Favorite, Plants That Earn Their Keep, Proven Winners
Care and Maintenance
Maintenance Level:
low
