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Product Information

Sarcococca hookeriana, also known as sweet box, is a compact evergreen bushy shrub prized for its fragrant winter white blooms and small, glossy foliage. Perfect for shaded areas, it adds year-round interest and fragrance to gardens with its low-maintenance charm. Also gives dark berries in Summer and Autumn, if pollinated in winter.


  • Hardy throughout the UK
  • Easy to maintain
  • Berries attract birds
  • Great for Winter pollinators

Additional Information

Incorporate Sarcococca hookeriana into well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Sweet box adapts to various soil types. Regular watering is crucial, especially during dry spells; use mulch to preserve moisture. Pruning needs are minimal, requiring occasional shaping to maintain the desired form. shelter from strong winds

Colour Of Flower/Head

White

Product Dimensions (H)x(W)x(D)

(H)30 x (W)20cm

Colour Of Foliage

Green

Guarantee

Yes

Latin Name

Sarcococca

Pot Dimensions (H)x(W)x(D)

17cm

Quantity In Pack

1

Scent

Highly scented

Soil Type

Prefers moist but well drained soil (tolerates clay soil), multi-purpose compost with general purpose fertiliser.

English Name

Sweet Box

Flowering or Harvesting Months

January, February, March, December

Hardiness

Hardy, H5

Ultimate Plant Dimension

(H)100 x (W)100cm
Standard delivery

We are proud to offer an efficient standard delivery service, which is available on most of our products. Delivery lead times are shown against individual products or in the basket. On selected larger products our customer service team, or in some cases our suppliers, will contact you to arrange a delivery date that's right for you.

Some products may be delivered straight to your door from one of our suppliers and these products will be labelled within the product description.

Deliveries to postcodes starting in AB, BT, KW, IM, IV, PH, PA or TR may take a little longer than stated on our website, our carriers will be in touch to confirm your delivery date.

Selected products are not available for delivery to Northern Ireland.
Next or named day delivery

If you can't wait to get your hands on your product, next day delivery is available on selected items if you order before 4pm Sunday to Friday. You may also have the option to arrange your delivery on a day of your choice, subject to availability. Costs vary depending on the product and day of delivery. Restrictions may apply.

Deliveries to postcodes starting in AB, BT, KW, IM, IV, PH, PA or TR may take a little longer than stated on our website, our carriers will be in touch to confirm your delivery date.

Selected products are not available for delivery to Northern Ireland.

For full details on our delivery services please see our delivery details.
Click & Collect

You can place a Click & Collect order online and your items will be ready for you in a flash (one hour to be precise!), subject to store opening times. If an item is not available at your local store, we may be able to send the item to your local store within 2 days, subject to availability.
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Sarcococca hookeriana Sweet Box - 2L

SKU: 512049
£12.00

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    Product Information

    Sarcococca hookeriana, also known as sweet box, is a compact evergreen bushy shrub prized for its fragrant winter white blooms and small, glossy foliage. Perfect for shaded areas, it adds year-round interest and fragrance to gardens with its low-maintenance charm. Also gives dark berries in Summer and Autumn, if pollinated in winter.


    • Hardy throughout the UK
    • Easy to maintain
    • Berries attract birds
    • Great for Winter pollinators

    Additional Information

    Incorporate Sarcococca hookeriana into well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Sweet box adapts to various soil types. Regular watering is crucial, especially during dry spells; use mulch to preserve moisture. Pruning needs are minimal, requiring occasional shaping to maintain the desired form. shelter from strong winds

    Colour Of Flower/Head

    White

    Product Dimensions (H)x(W)x(D)

    (H)30 x (W)20cm

    Colour Of Foliage

    Green

    Guarantee

    Yes

    Latin Name

    Sarcococca

    Pot Dimensions (H)x(W)x(D)

    17cm

    Quantity In Pack

    1

    Scent

    Highly scented

    Soil Type

    Prefers moist but well drained soil (tolerates clay soil), multi-purpose compost with general purpose fertiliser.

    English Name

    Sweet Box

    Flowering or Harvesting Months

    January, February, March, December

    Hardiness

    Hardy, H5

    Ultimate Plant Dimension

    (H)100 x (W)100cm
    Standard delivery

    We are proud to offer an efficient standard delivery service, which is available on most of our products. Delivery lead times are shown against individual products or in the basket. On selected larger products our customer service team, or in some cases our suppliers, will contact you to arrange a delivery date that's right for you.

    Some products may be delivered straight to your door from one of our suppliers and these products will be labelled within the product description.

    Deliveries to postcodes starting in AB, BT, KW, IM, IV, PH, PA or TR may take a little longer than stated on our website, our carriers will be in touch to confirm your delivery date.

    Selected products are not available for delivery to Northern Ireland.
    Next or named day delivery

    If you can't wait to get your hands on your product, next day delivery is available on selected items if you order before 4pm Sunday to Friday. You may also have the option to arrange your delivery on a day of your choice, subject to availability. Costs vary depending on the product and day of delivery. Restrictions may apply.

    Deliveries to postcodes starting in AB, BT, KW, IM, IV, PH, PA or TR may take a little longer than stated on our website, our carriers will be in touch to confirm your delivery date.

    Selected products are not available for delivery to Northern Ireland.

    For full details on our delivery services please see our delivery details.
    Click & Collect

    You can place a Click & Collect order online and your items will be ready for you in a flash (one hour to be precise!), subject to store opening times. If an item is not available at your local store, we may be able to send the item to your local store within 2 days, subject to availability.
    Returns and refunds

    We aim to put the ease into returning items to Homebase - for full details please see our returns policy.

    View our full Terms & Conditions.

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