Plants in genus sarcococca
Sarcococca saligna
Sarcococca saligna is an evergreen shrub that thrives in deep shade, forming a thick, slowly-spreading mass with glossy, narrow leaves. It produces fragrant small flowers in late winter and requires well-drained soil. Native to northern Pakistan, this plant is used in traditional medicine and exhibits various medicinal properties, including antibacterial and antifungal activities.
Sarcococca confusa
Sarcococca confusa is a tough, evergreen shrub known for its adaptability to adverse woodland conditions. It grows up to 3 feet tall and 5 feet wide, with glossy, wavy dark green leaves. This plant produces fragrant white flowers in midwinter, followed by blue fruit. It is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in both acidic and alkaline soils, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis 'Fragrant Mountain'
Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis 'Fragrant Mountain' is an evergreen shrub known for its fragrant white flowers in late winter to early spring. It produces glossy black fruit in late summer and is drought-tolerant once established. The plant grows well in shade and is resistant to deer, making it a versatile choice for urban gardens.
Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis 'Winter Gem'
Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis 'Winter Gem' is a compact evergreen plant developed by Peter Moore. It grows to a height of 30 inches and a width of 2 feet, featuring fragrant white flowers with rosy red buds in mid-February. This plant is suitable for USDA zones 6a to 8b and is known for its deer resistance and drought tolerance, making it a valuable addition to winter gardens.
Sarcococca orientalis
Sarcococca orientalis is a dense evergreen shrub native to southeast China, growing up to 5 feet tall and 7 feet wide. It features glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers from January through March, with black, blueberry-sized fruit persisting alongside fall flowers.
Sarcococca ruscifolia 'Emeishan'
Sarcococca ruscifolia 'Emeishan' is a non-suckering species introduced by Mark Weathington from Mt. Emei, China. It grows to 5 feet tall and 8 feet wide in four years, featuring black-green foliage and tall, sturdy arching stems. The plant produces small, sweetly fragrant white flowers in December, followed by bright red fruit.
Sarcococca hookeriana var. digyna 'Purple Stem'
Sarcococca hookeriana var. digyna 'Purple Stem' is a compact evergreen groundcover ideal for woodland gardens. It features narrow, glossy green leaves on dusty purple stems and forms a 4-foot wide patch over ten years. This plant is known for its small but highly fragrant white flowers that bloom in late winter to early spring. It thrives in rich organic soils and deep shade, making it a perfect choice for shaded garden areas. Sarcococca hookeriana is deer-resistant and adds a delightful fragrance to the garden, making it a valuable addition to any landscape.
Sarcococca ruscifolia var. chinensis
Sarcococca ruscifolia var. chinensis, or red-fruited sweet box, is native to southern China and grows on limestone cliffs. It forms a dense mound of green foliage and produces fragrant white flowers in October, followed by red fruit in winter. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in part sun to light shade.
Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis
Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis is a low-growing evergreen known for its strong hyacinth-like scent. It spreads to 3 feet across and is densely covered in deep green narrow leaves. Blooming in late winter with white flowers, this plant is disease, deer, and rabbit resistant, requiring no pruning.
Sarcococca hookeriana 'Nepal'
Sarcococca hookeriana 'Nepal' is an evergreen shrub with narrow leaves and small, fragrant white flowers that bloom in late winter. Native to high elevations in Nepal, it grows to about 4 feet tall and 6 feet wide. This deer-resistant plant thrives in shaded areas and is drought-tolerant once established, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens.
Sarcococca ruscifolia
Sarcococca ruscifolia, also known as Sweet Box, is an evergreen shrub that thrives in dry shade. It is deer and rabbit resistant, disease resistant, and water-wise, making it easy to grow and maintain. The plant produces fragrant flowers, adding a pleasant aroma to gardens.