Fragrant Sweetbox is a shade-loving evergreen shrub that forms a dense mound with shiny rich green foliage. Highly fragrant creamy white flowers bloom in spring and are followed by small glossy red berries that ripen to black and can last through winter. Does best in part sun and rich well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established.
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Height: |
3' - 4' |
Spread: |
3’ - 4' |
Spacing: |
3.5' |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 9 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Generally pest and disease free. Watch for scale.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Naturalized Areas, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Fastia, Cast Iron Plant, Painted Fern
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.